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Understanding lupus: a guide Lupus Foundation of America

Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation (swelling) and pain any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease, meaning that your immune system … See more

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Daily Life with Lupus Lupus Foundation of America

WEBFatigue. Most people with lupus have fatigue (feel tired often). Try these tips to beat fatigue: Aim for at least 7 hours of sleep each night. Take breaks during the day …

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Newly diagnosed with lupus

WEBUnderstand the disease. Lupus is a complicated disease. It can take an average of nearly six years for people with lupus to be diagnosed, lupus can affect any …

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Lupus Symptoms Lupus Foundation of America

WEBExtreme fatigue (feeling tired all the time) Pain or swelling in the joints. Swelling in the hands, feet, or around the eyes. Headaches. Low fevers. Sensitivity to …

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Coping with lupus: a guide Lupus Foundation of America

WEBLupus is an autoimmune disease — the immune system attacks your own healthy tissues because it mistakenly sees them as foreign invaders. Lupus is a chronic disease — people who develop lupus will have lupus for the rest of their lives. Lupus has many different symptoms and affects each person differently. Explain that lupus is unpredictable.

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Health Disparities in Lupus Lupus Foundation of America

WEBA health disparity is a health difference that adversely affects socially disadvantaged populations in the areas of incidence and/or prevalence of disease as well as premature …

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Health Insurance Guide for People With Lupus

WEBThis guide is meant to help clear up some of that confusion by explaining what health insurance is and how getting the right health insurance can help with …

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Managing your mental health with lupus Lupus Foundation of …

WEBManaging your mental health with lupus. Day-to-day life with lupus can be challenging and can take a toll on your mental health. Whether you are newly …

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Dos and don'ts for living well with lupus

WEBDOs: Do follow medication instructions. Taking medicine as directed by your doctor was the number one suggestion we received. Dr. Brad Rovin puts it simply: “Adherence is the …

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National Resource Center on Lupus Lupus Foundation of America

WEBOur health educators are available to answer your questions and give you the help you need. Contact a Health Education Specialist. Get lupus resources and updates. …

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Telehealth and lupus Lupus Foundation of America

WEBTelehealth -- also called telemedicine -- is the practice of providing health-related services and patient care using technology, as opposed to in-person appointments. The use of …

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Coronavirus, Stress, and Mental Health Lupus Foundation of …

WEBMany people have experienced stress, fear and other negative emotions since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Whether you are worried about your health …

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The Expert Series: Health Disparities and Social Determinants of …

WEBWhether you’re a person with lupus or a caregiver, there are many things and outside forces that can affect management and care. Maybe you’ve heard of the …

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Mental Health Resources Lupus Foundation of America

WEBGeneral Assistance 211. Every day, thousands of people across the U.S. and Canada turn to 211 for information and support – whether financial, domestic, health or …

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Programs and Services Lupus Foundation of America

WEBWhether you are living with lupus, a parent, spouse or loved one - we're your partner on this journey. The Lupus Foundation of America provides education and support services to people affected by lupus. We collaborate with experts to provide clear, easy-to-use information, programs and resources to help you navigate every step of your journey

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How lupus affects the lungs and pulmonary system

WEBThe most common way that lupus can affect your lungs is through inflammation of the pleura, the lining that covers the outside of the lungs. The symptom of pleuritis that you …

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Act now to sign up for health insurance for 2024!

WEBIf you miss the window, you may have to wait until the next open enrollment period to get a new plan or change your current plan. This year’s open enrollment is from Nov. 1, 2023, …

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Prognosis and life expectancy

WEBFind resources. Get answers. Browse Resources. Back

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Lupus Awareness Month Lupus Foundation of America

WEBJoin the us in spreading awareness, educating others about lupus, and supporting those affected by this cruel disease throughout the month of May. Explore below for ways to …

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The connection between social and physical health

WEBA lack of connections also is tied to depression, cognitive decline, and a mortality risk greater than obesity and physical inactivity. One study suggests that the absence of …

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Study Reveals Depression is Often Undiagnosed in People with …

WEBDay-to-day life with lupus can be challenging and take a toll on your mental health. A study examined the prevalence of people with depression and systemic lupus …

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