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

What are the Early Signs of Lupus? 

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, brain, and blood cells. It primarily affects women, typically in their childbearing years, though it can affect anyone, including men and children. Lupus is characterized by periods of flare-ups and remission, where symptoms may… Continue reading What are the Early Signs of Lupus? 

My War with Psoriasis: An Interview with British Blogger Simon

Welcome to the latest installment of our “Spotlighted Blogger” series.  Earlier this year, we focused on psoriasis bloggers, including Lissa, Alisha B., Jessica and Joni, and today we’re pleased to add a male perspective to the mix.  PatientsLikeMe member Simon’s witty blog, entitled My Skin and I, discusses his decade-long battle with psoriasis, a chronic autoimmune condition that… Continue reading My War with Psoriasis: An Interview with British Blogger Simon

Spotlighted Blogger: Meet Jessica of “Jessica and Psoriasis”

Welcome to the latest installment of our “Spotlighted Blogger” series.  This spring we are focusing on psoriasis patient bloggers, starting with Lissa back in March and Alisha B. a few weeks ago. Today, we’d like to introduce you to Jessica Gough, a 19-year-old from the UK who recently started a blog called Jessica and Psoriasis.… Continue reading Spotlighted Blogger: Meet Jessica of “Jessica and Psoriasis”