There are a few to keep in mind.

A lupus diagnosis is based on clinical symptoms (past and present), a family history (the medical history of close family members such as your grandparents, parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, cousins) ...

Key Takeaways Key Takeaways Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can damage the skin, joints, kidneys and more Women ages 15 - 45 make up about 90% of lupus cases, with higher risks in some ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. For many women living with lupus, the hardest part of the disease isn’t learning the diagnosis, it’s learning how much suffering ...

Ruth Wilson doesn’t look sick yet “everywhere hurts all the time” – because her immune system is attacking her own body. The Massachusetts woman has lupus, nicknamed the disease of 1,000 faces for its ...

Doctor after doctor misdiagnosed or shrugged off Ruth Wilson’s rashes, swelling, fevers and severe pain for six years. She saved her life by begging for one more test in an emergency room about to ...

For six years, Ruth Wilson endured a litany of debilitating symptoms – rashes, swelling, fevers and severe pain – only to face repeated misdiagnoses or dismissals from medical professionals. Her life ...

Individuals with lupus may be at a higher risk of developing interstitial cystitis, a chronic condition characterized by inflammation, pain, and pressure in the bladder. Interstitial cystitis, also ...

Black History Month serves as a reminder to actively amplify Black voices, share stories and raise awareness throughout the year. This month, we’re featuring Danielle Storr, a Black lupus warrior who ...