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Lupus

Lupus is a disease of the body’s immune system. Although its causes are not yet entirely known, lupus treatments are available.

Autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

Autoimmune conditions

Autoimmune diseases strike when the immune system attacks healthy cells in the body. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatment options.

Summer skin rashes

Summer rashes can be caused by things like sunlight, insects, sweating and overheating - especially if you have allergies and/or pre-existing skin conditions.

The peripheral nerves include the nerves outside your brain and spinal cord. When damaged, peripheral nerves can't communicate properly. Learn more about causes of peripheral nerve disorders on this page.

Pleurisy

Pleurisy occurs when the lining of the lungs become inflamed, most often due to a recent respiratory tract infection. Read about causes and treatments.

Erythromelalgia

Erythromelalgia is a rare skin condition which causes a burning pain, heat and red skin usually on the hands or feet. You can read more about about erythromelalgia on our trusted partner pages.

Joint pain and swelling

Joint pain and swelling can affect any joint in the body, and is often accompanied by stiffness and aches. Find out how to relieve the pain.

Sjögren’s syndrome

Sjögren’s syndrome is a condition of your immune system that commonly affects your eyes and salivary glands. Here's how your doctor may diagnose it.

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS) is a blood disorder that increases the risk of blood clots and pregnancy complications. Learn more here.

Pericarditis

Pericarditis is a serious condition caused by inflammation of the thin sheath around the heart. Read more about pericardititis symptoms, treatment and causes.

Myasthenia gravis

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease of the neuromuscular system that causes muscle weakness. Learn about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Knee injuries

There are two general kinds of knee problems: mechanical and inflammatory. Find out more about knee injuries as a result of accidents or illness.

Nephrotic syndrome

Nephrotic syndrome isn't a specific disease, but a set of problems from damaged kidneys. Learn more about the condition, including symptoms and treatment.

C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test

The C-reactive protein (CRP) test is a blood test that checks for inflammation in the body. Find out when it may be done and what your results mean.

Arthritis

Arthritis is not one disease alone, but an umbrella term for more than 100 conditions that affect the joints of the body. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatment here.

Vasculitis

Vasculitis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation of blood vessels. Discover more about its diagnosis and treatment options.

Chilblains (perniosis)

Chilblains are itchy, swollen and painful lumps or patches on the skin caused by the cold. They usually affect the fingers and toes. Find out more about the symptoms and treatment.

The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)

The combined oral contraceptive pill, usually called simply 'the pill', is an effective hormonal contraceptive method which can also offer other benefits.

Pancreatitis

Acute pancreatitis appears as sudden, severe upper abdominal pain, often spreading through to the back. Learn more about this condition and its symptoms here.

Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage. It can cause pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Learn about some of the possible causes and treatments here.

Dry eye disease

Dry eye disease is a common condition that happens when your eyes don't produce enough tears. Your eyes may feel sore and gritty and your vision blurry.

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Hair loss (known as alopecia) can be distressing, and before you can treat your hair loss, it's important to understand the cause of your alopecia. Some types can be treated, others need to be managed. Learn more here.

Dry mouth syndrome

Dry mouth syndrome is when you don't produce enough saliva. For some, it’s annoying; others find it affects their teeth and gums. Find out more.

Contraceptive vaginal ring

The vaginal ring is an effective hormonal contraceptive method that works in the same way as the pill. It can also help control your periods.

Psychosis

Psychosis, where you experience an altered sense of reality, is treatable, but its causes are a mystery to researchers.

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Search results for: "systemic lupus erythematosus"

Life stage

Lupus

Autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune conditions

Summer skin rashes

Peripheral nerve disorders

Pleurisy

Erythromelalgia

Joint pain and swelling

Sjögren’s syndrome

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Pericarditis

Myasthenia gravis

Knee injuries

Nephrotic syndrome

C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test

Arthritis

Vasculitis

Chilblains (perniosis)

The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)

Pancreatitis

Peripheral neuropathy

Dry eye disease

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Dry mouth syndrome

Contraceptive vaginal ring

Psychosis

Life stage

Lupus

Autoimmune diseases

Autoimmune conditions

Summer skin rashes

Peripheral nerve disorders

Pleurisy

Erythromelalgia

Joint pain and swelling

Sjögren’s syndrome

Antiphospholipid syndrome (APS)

Pericarditis

Myasthenia gravis

Knee injuries

Nephrotic syndrome

C-reactive protein (CRP) blood test

Arthritis

Vasculitis

Chilblains (perniosis)

The pill (combined oral contraceptive pill)

Pancreatitis

Peripheral neuropathy

Dry eye disease

Alopecia (Hair loss)

Dry mouth syndrome

Contraceptive vaginal ring

Psychosis

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