24%). Requiring erythema alone for entry into cutaneous lupus erythematosus trials may exclude patients with skin of color and increase health disparities, according to a study. “Measures that ...

Jan. 21, 2025 — Researchers identified a key protein as a potential therapeutic target for stopping the body's immune system from mistakenly attacking itself, offering new hope for treating ...

Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is not a formal symptom of lupus, but it may develop from related factors like medication use, other autoimmune processes in the body, and hormonal changes.

Dermatomyositis and lupus are autoimmune conditions that may share symptoms like skin rashes, muscle weakness, and chronic inflammation. Dermatomyositis may involve lung complications and skin ...

Systemic lupus erythematosus commonly presents as a rash. The rashes are caused by inflammation from the immune system fighting the body. Systemic lupus erythematosus, more commonly known as lupus ...

Although the age of onset of lupus is typically between 15 and 44 years old, up to 25% of people diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) have late-onset lupus. Lupus is most commonly ...

January is Mental Wellness Month! We asked Heather Rose Artushin, a licensed clinical social worker, to share information and insights into understanding and protecting your mental health when you ...

Chilblain lupus erythematosus (CHLE) is a rare type of cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE). Symptoms, such as lesions and swelling, can develop after exposure to cold temperatures. CHLE may have a ...

The patient is a 45-year-old Caucasian male with a 5-year history of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). He has flat erythema that is more prominent on the upper chest, neck, and head. The rash ...