Kidney Disease and Lupus

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can cause inflammation in major organs. Many if not most people with lupus have some involvement of the kidneys. Sometimes the kidneys are not affected in a serious way, but “lupus nephritis,” a potentially serious complication of...

Photosensitivity, Sun Safety and Lupus

Photosensitivity, or increased sensitivity to sunlight, is common among people who have systemic lupus erythematosus, or lupus. Sun exposure can cause rashes (including the butterfly or malar rash) and lesions or trigger flare-ups of the disease that could affect...

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...