Were You Just Diagnosed With Lupus?
What is lupus?
A plain-language overview for patients and care-partners: lupus (SLE) is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system attacks healthy tissue, causing inflammation that can affect the skin, joints, kidneys and other organs. Symptoms often come and go in flares.
Lupus resources
Reviewed organizations and patient education for people living with lupus and their care-partners.
- Lupus Foundation of America
The gold standard. Has everything: diagnosis guides, treatment info, medication trackers, a free self-care app (SELF), and LupusConnect™ online community.
- LupusConnect™
Online peer community for sharing experiences and emotional support.
- SELF App (Strategies to Embrace Living with Lupus Fearlessly)
Free LFA app with symptom tracking, medication reminders, and personalized coaching.
- Molly's Fund Fighting Lupus
Patient support, advocacy, and education.
- Lupus Research Alliance
Research news and clinical trial information. Formed by the merger of the Alliance for Lupus Research and the S.L.E. Lupus Foundation.
- American College of Rheumatology, Lupus
Clinical info written for patients.
You do not have to face lupus alone
If you are living with lupus, or caring for someone who is, join our community and we will connect you to trusted information, education and support.
The information on this page is for education only and is not a substitute for your doctor's medical advice. Consult a medical professional about your health.