Clinical trials play a vital role in advancing medical knowledge and developing new treatments for chronic conditions. If you’re living with a chronic illness, you may have considered participating in a clinical trial but felt uncertain about what it entails. What are clinical trials? These research studies are conducted with human volunteers to evaluate the… Continue reading Clinical Trials: What Are They, and Should You Participate?
Category: Lupus
A New Treatment Method? Machine Learning and Lupus
A new study has looked into the transformative impact of machine learning (ML) on the study of lupus disease. ML offers a range of possibilities, such as building predictive models, identifying novel biomarkers, and enhancing our understanding of disease pathogenesis and progression. The researchers conducted a thorough review of 192 studies on ML and SLE… Continue reading A New Treatment Method? Machine Learning and Lupus
Can Lupus Lead to a Rash? Prioritizing Skin Health
Lupus is a complex autoimmune disease that can affect various organs and systems in the body, including the skin. PatientsLikeMe has covered lupus extensively. Lupus flares, how it manifests in men vs. women, hair loss and bone density. These are just a few of the topics we’ve covered. Skin health, however, is not an area… Continue reading Can Lupus Lead to a Rash? Prioritizing Skin Health
Drug Found to be Effective Long-Term Lupus Treatment
A study out of Japan has found tacrolimus, an immunosuppressant, to be an effective lupus treatment. Over a ten year period, researchers followed a group of 1,355 people with lupus nephritis who received treatment with tacrolimus. The drug was well-tolerated and effective with nearly half (49.3%) of the participants. It should be noted that here… Continue reading Drug Found to be Effective Long-Term Lupus Treatment
Root Problem: Hair Loss from Lupus
Hair loss because of a medical condition is distressing. Unfortunately, this is one aspect of living with lupus. As an autoimmune disease, lupus affects various organs and systems in the body. This can lead to inflammation, affecting the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood cells, and more. One of the ways lupus can impact health… Continue reading Root Problem: Hair Loss from Lupus
Core Connection: Bone Density and Lupus
How Does Lupus Affect Bone Density? Lupus can lead to decreased bone density, a condition known as osteoporosis. Chronic inflammation, the use of certain medications like corticosteroids, and reduced physical activity due to lupus-related symptoms can contribute to bone loss. Additionally, hormonal changes and vitamin D deficiency associated with lupus can further exacerbate the risk… Continue reading Core Connection: Bone Density and Lupus
New Clue into Why Autoimmune Conditions Affect Women More Than Men
Stanford University researchers have conducted a groundbreaking study delving into the perplexing gender bias observed in autoimmune diseases. Their focus was on heightened prevalence in women. Autoimmune disorders, such as lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis, affect over 24 million Americans, with approximately 80% of patients being women. This phenomenon has puzzled scientists for decades.… Continue reading New Clue into Why Autoimmune Conditions Affect Women More Than Men
How Lupus Manifests Differently in Men and Women
Lupus, officially known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and organs. This can lead to inflammation and damage in various parts of the body, such as the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, brain, and blood cells. Is Lupus More Common in Women or… Continue reading How Lupus Manifests Differently in Men and Women
Tips for Chronic Pain Management
Living with chronic pain is a daily challenge that can be physically and emotionally draining. When the pain becomes overwhelming, it’s essential to have a toolkit of strategies to help you navigate these tough moments. Here are some practical tips for coping with chronic pain when it feels like it is too much to bear.… Continue reading Tips for Chronic Pain Management
How is Lupus Diagnosed?
Lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, often presents a complex puzzle for both patients and healthcare professionals. Accurately diagnosing Lupus can be challenging due to its diverse symptoms that mimic other illnesses. Given its complexity, you may be wondering: how is lupus diagnosed? There are a number of methods providers may use to determine that. Curious… Continue reading How is Lupus Diagnosed?