Lupus Research

Learning about systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) can help you become aware of specific symptoms and the steps you can take to improve your health. Information can be found in books, on reliable websites and through support groups. By far, the most immediate...

The Nervous System and Lupus

Neurological manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) are common and vary from mild to severe. People with lupus can experience bouts of memory loss, headaches, strokes and cognitive dysfunction, which generally means difficulty concentrating or...

Blood Disorders in Lupus

Blood disorders are common in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus). Many of the clinical and laboratory manifestations of lupus concern the cells and clotting factors that circulate in the blood. Some important blood issues in lupus include low hemoglobin or...

Other Conditions seen in Lupus

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus) is often referred to as the disease with a thousand faces because it is associated with a wide variety of symptoms and related conditions. Three conditions that may be seen in lupus are Raynaud’s phenomenon, Sjögren’s...

Infections, Immunizations and Lupus

People with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), especially those who are on immunosuppressive medications, may be at increased risk for a variety of infections. In fact, despite the significantly improved prognosis for this disease over the past two decades,...

Nutrition, Diet and Lupus

If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE or lupus), a well-balanced diet should play an integral part in your overall lupus treatment program. Your disease puts you at high risk for a number of medical conditions, including osteoporosis and heart and kidney...