Jessica Williams

1 month ago | healthywomen.org | Risa Kerslake |Jessica Williams

What is lupus? Lupus is a chronic condition where your body’s immune system attacks tissues and organs. 9 out of 10 people with lupus are female. Black, American Indian and Alaska Native women are 2–3x more likely to get lupus than white women. Almost 1 in 2 people with lupus are misdiagnosed at first It can take an average of 5 years from first seeking medical help to getting a lupus diagnosis. Why is it hard to diagnose lupus?

1 month ago | healthywomen.org | Alex Fulton |Jessica Williams

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that happens when the body’s immune system attacks its own tissues and causes harmful inflammation. About 1.5 million Americans are living with some form of lupus. 9 out 10 people with lupus are women. Common types of lupus Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)  SLE is the most common type of lupus. When people mention lupus, they usually mean SLE.