If you have systemic erythematosus lupus (SLE), you know how it can really vary from one person to another.
Now, according to research presented at a conference this week, where your family is from may play a role in the severity of lupus symptoms. A press release issued by EULAR (European League Against Rheumatism) states, “According to the results of the research, northern European ancestry is shown to be associated with the relatively milder mucocutaneous (skin) manifestations of SLE, whereas southern European ancestry contributes to more severe manifestations of the disorder such as nephritis (inflammation of the kidneys) and increased production …read more

What is lupus?
Lupus is an autoimmune disorder that affects women more than men. There are four types of lupus, systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE, is the most common and serious form.
What are the symptoms?

 Aching joints
 Swollen joints
Persistent fever 
Prolonged, extreme fatigue
 Weight loss or weight gain
 Skin rashes
 Butterfly shaped rash across the cheeks and nose
 Easy bruising
 Pain in the chest on deep breathing
 Anemia
 Sensitivity to sun or ultraviolet light
 Hair loss
 Abnormal blood clotting problems
 Fingers turning white and/or blue in the cold
Seizures
Mouth or nose ulcers lasting longer than two weeks

Why does it cause pain?
Lupus causes pain in the joints and also muscle pain. According to the Lupus Foundation …read more