W rld Lupus Day 2026 Make Lupus Visible Definition: Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the body's immune system attacks its own tissues and organs Types of Lupus Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Cutaneous Lupus Drug-Induced Lupus Neonatal Lupus Most common type and affects multiple organs Mainly affects the skin Results from medications like Isoniazid, Procainamide and Hydralazine Rare, affects infants via maternal antibodies Prevalence (in 100,000 Population) Pathophysiology Genetic and environmental factors over-activate the immune system, using interferon to trigger T and B cells to produce harmful autoantibodies 160 120 80 40 Common Tiggers Air pollution Ultraviolet (UV) light Silica Dust Smoking Cigarettes Certain Medications Toxins Heavy Metals Diagnosis Complete Blood Count Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate C-reactive Protein Test Kidney and Liver Tests Antinuclear Antibody Test Urine Tests Skin Biopsy Symptoms Sensitivity to Sun Purple Fingers /Toes Mouth Ulcers Headaches Butterfly rash Arthritis Fever Swelling of legs Pharmacological Treatment Socioeconomic burdens of lupus patients reaching $50,000 through medical expenses Generic Name Brand Name Company Name Hydroxychloroquine Sovuna & Plaquenil Prednisone Rayos 1 in 3 lupus patients suffers from multiple autoimmune diseases 9 out of 10 adults with lupus are women Most people develop the disease between the ages of 15-44 Voclosporin Lupkynis Anifrolumab-fnia Saphnelo Belimumab Benlysta Vyuhpharma® All Rights Reserved Note: This report is generated based on publicly available data

On World Lupus Day, we stand in support of everyone affected by lupus — raising awareness, encouraging early diagnosis, and advocating for better care and research. 💜Together, we can help improve lives through awareness, innovation, and compassion.

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On World Lupus Day, we stand in support of everyone affected by lupus — raising awareness, encouraging early diagnosis, and advocating for better care and research. 💜Together, we can help improve lives through awareness, innovation, and compassion. Read More »