Autoimmune diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), are more common in women than men, and scientists are ...

A recent study found that regularly checking blood levels of hydroxychloroquine (HCQ, known commercially as Plaquenil®) may ...

An ophthalmologist conducted a visual examination which showed central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO), the blockage of a major artery in the retina that causes severe vision loss or blurriness.

CAR cell therapy is a new type of therapy that has been used in cancer and is now in development for potential treatment of lupus and other autoimmune diseases. CAR cell therapies carry a modified ...

The immune system is made up of different types of cells, which have different roles in protecting the body from infection. One type of immune cell called a B cell creates antibodies that attack ...

What is complementary and alternative medicine? Complementary and alternative medicine includes a wide range of healing practices that some people use to treat lupus or other conditions. Some examples ...

Our approach is innovative and removes barriers to progress. Watch this short video about three of our bold research initiatives to better understand lupus in children and teens, improve early ...

In the words of the lupus warriors and caregivers themselves come stories of hope and struggle. Do you have a story to tell of living with lupus or caring for someone with lupus? Tell Your Story ...

I am Memory from Zambia. I am 23 years old. I was diagnosed with lupus this year, 2024. In the 4 months since that time, I have never experienced any symptoms of my condition, not until this month.

It took me a good 8.5 years to find out what was really wrong with me. I hated being outside in the sun for too long because I would get really tired and fatigued. I also was have trouble getting in ...

For almost 30 years, I was a beloved elementary art teacher, touching the lives of hundreds of students each week. I poured my heart into nurturing young minds and fueling their passions - it was my ...