2024年11月18日 · Today at the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) Annual Meeting, Convergence 2024, the ACR released a summary of a new guideline for the screening, treatment and management of lupus nephritis (lupus-related kidney disease).The guideline offers evidence-based, expert recommendations for adults and children to help ensure you receive the most effective and current care.

Inflammation caused by lupus may affect the lungs in many ways, and can involve the membrane lining of the lungs, the lungs themselves, the blood vessels within the lungs, and the diaphragm. The most common way that lupus can affect your lungs is …

There are four different types of lupus. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common type of lupus. If SLE begins in childhood, it is known as childhood-onset SLE or cSLE.

2022年5月25日 · The Lupus Foundation of America and our health education specialists have answered some of your most common questions. The provided answers are for educational and information purposes only. Consult with your doctor/health care team for medical advice.

People with lupus should have regular evaluations to make sure life-threatening organ involvement is not developing. For individuals with severe organ involvement—such as kidney inflammation—consistent medical treatment is very important. Because treatment decisions are guided by the degree and ...

2021年8月26日 · Other medicines for skin problems. Some people take other types of medicines for lupus skin problems, including: Benlysta; A type of antibiotic called sulfones (like Dapsone®)

Lupus America® Communities Household Goods Donation Program raises funds to support the fight against lupus. You can donate your gently used clothes, shoes and household items to support vital research and education programs for individuals with lupus and their families in communities like yours ...

With lupus, every symptom matters. This checklist can help you keep track of symptoms and communicate about them to your doctor. A quick online questionnaire that helps you understand if your symptoms are related to lupus. The Lupus Foundation of America works to improve the quality of life for all ...

2020年5月24日 · Eat healthy and be physically active. Healthy living is good for everyone — and for people with lupus, it’s especially important. Work with your health care team to come up with plan for both eating healthy and staying active.

TALK TO YOUR RHEUMATOLOGIST ABOUT YOUR LUPUS SYMPTOMS. This checklist can help you at your next appointment. Step 1: Complete the checklist. Step 2: Use the notes space below to prepare for each appointment. Regular appointments are often brief so it’s