Lupus - Patient Resource Page

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Curated by Ameeta Balaji

Start here - General Lupus Information

NHS inform

Hospital for Special Surgery

TeensHealth from Nemours Health

MedicineNet

Riley Children’s Health

Understanding Treatment Options

NHS inform

Hospital for Special Surgery

TeensHealth from Nemours Health

MedicineNet

Riley Children’s Health

Programs and resources

GHLF Creaky Joints

Healthline

Lupus Foundation of America

Questions to ask your doctor (From a Fellow Lupus Patient)

What are some signs and symptoms of lupus or a lupus flare that I might expect and how do I prevent a flare-up?

What are my treatment options?

What are the possible side effects of my lupus medications and could they trigger or aggravate my lupus symptoms?

Could another condition be causing my lupus symptoms?

Has the disease already damaged my kidneys or other organs?

Should I have a bone density test?

Should I be taking calcium or other supplements?

How long will I need to take these lupus drugs?

Is it safe for me to become pregnant if I have lupus? Are my lupus medications safe to take while I’m pregnant?

How often should I have checkups?

What lifestyle changes do you recommend?

What is my prognosis and what does the future look like?

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