Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that can affect many parts of the body, and its symptoms often appear gradually, come and go, or look like those of other conditions. If you think you might have ...

Dec. 18, 2025 -- At least 1.5 million people in the United States are living with lupus, a chronic and often misunderstood autoimmune disease. What are the most common myths about lupus – and who does ...

Study findings debunk the theory that lupus nephritis is more severe with worse outcomes in men vs women. Men and women with lupus nephritis exhibit similar disease severity, therapeutic responses, ...

A rash or skin irritation can develop anywhere that skin folds exist on the body. These folds can trap heat, moisture, bacteria, and yeast. Combined with chafing, this leads to a condition called ...

ORLANDO, Fla. - Lupus is a debilitating autoimmune disease that affects around 1.5 million Americans. Now, new research shows a therapy that’s been used for cancer patients may help people with lupus ...

DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — A Dayton neighborhood is on edge after several cars were set on fire over three days. Residents around Bridge Street and Lexington Avenue said they are afraid and do not think it ...

Scientists have found the clearest evidence yet that Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) – which nearly all of us carry for life – is directly responsible for hijacking our immune system's cells to cause lupus, ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? In a recent Instagram post, one prominent New York City dermatologist exposed ...

Kathleen Ford of Solano County was a nurse for more than 20 years, until one day she squatted down to help a patient and, hobbled by terrible joint pain, couldn’t stand up. Then in her 60s, Ford had ...

One of the world's most common viral infections could underlie virtually every case of lupus, according to a recent study providing the strongest evidence yet for a link. The research, led by ...

One of the most common viruses in the world could be the cause of lupus, an autoimmune disease with wide-ranging symptoms, according to a study published Wednesday. Until now, lupus was somewhat ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...