Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system becomes overactive and attacks healthy tissues. This condition causes inflammation, swelling, and damage to joints and body organs, ...
The history of lupus can be divided into three periods: classical, neoclassical, and modern. This article concentrates on developments in the present century which have greatly expanded our knowledge ...
Most people with lupus have antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) in their blood. But a positive ANA test doesn’t always mean lupus. The test can be positive in people with other autoimmune illnesses — ...
There are several lupus treatment options. However, there is no “best" treatment for lupus because each person living with the condition will have their own needs and goals for managing it. Lupus ...
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