Do You Know the Types of Lupus?

Posted June 30, 2009 – 4:36 am in: Arthritis

systemic lupus erythematosus

The chronic pain of lupus can affect anyone from 15 to 50 and it does affect nearly 2 million Americans. As an autoimmune system, the lupus sufferer’s body is under attack. The skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, the eyes, the nervous system and blood-making cells can all suddenly become targets. While currently there [...]

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What Are The Types Of Lupus?

Posted June 29, 2009 – 10:14 am in: Arthritis

chest pain

Sometimes, a lupus flare-up comes suddenly and without warning. You may see a butterfly rash over the bridge of your nose and swelling, or you may experience headaches, dizziness, a fever and pain in various locations. According to the Lupus Foundation, there are some things that you can do to prevent a flare-up. Always [...]

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