Most people with lupus have skin problems, like rashes or sores. Sometimes lupus affects only the skin, and sometimes it affects other parts of the body, too. How long a rash lasts can vary from ...

Lucille, a 57 years old high school physical education coach, started experiencing a rash on her cheeks and nose. The rash worsened every time she went outside. She had been suffering from joint pain ...

The FDA has granted Breakthrough Therapy designation for litifilimab for the treatment of cutaneous lupus erythematosus, a chronic autoimmune skin disease.

Lupus is an autoimmune disease, which means that the immune system, your body's defence system, produces antibodies that attack the body's own tissues, causing inflammation.  Lupus can affect ...

A fever and rash could be many diseases, and infection should be ruled out before considering lupus. Inflammation of the kidney, heart or lung: Inflammation of the lungs and heart is usually something ...

Imagine your body attacking itself. That’s what happens with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease affecting millions worldwide. Lupus Alert Day is a chance to shine a spotlight on this condition. It’s ...

NORFOLK, Va. — You’ve likely heard of lupus, but do you know what it is? It is an autoimmune disorder that’s difficult to describe, diagnose and treat. Lupus is one of those diseases you can’t often ...

Fever, chills, muscle aches and sleepiness are all classic signs of the common flu, or even Covid-19. But many people don’t realize they’re lupus symptoms as well, says Delphine Lee, MD, PhD, the ...