A global health problem, lupus affects people of all nationalities, races, ethnicities, genders, and ages. Lupus can affect any part of the body in any way at any time, often with unpredictable and life-changing results. While lupus knows no boundaries, knowing all you can about lupus can help control its impact.
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Lupus is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s own immune system attacks healthy tissues and organs – including joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart, and lungs. Because the symptoms of lupus often mimic those of other conditions, lupus can be difficult to diagnose.
May 10th is World Lupus Day, so take a few minutes today to learn about a disease that impacts 5 million people around the world. You can learn more about lupus at the Mayo Clinic or the Lupus Foundation of America.
