For Lupus we have terms and definitions in 5 topics. The topics are Baby, Cancer, Drug Research, Immunization and Science.

Lupus (Baby)

An autoimmune disease in which the body attacks its own tissues.

Lupus (Cancer)

A chronic inflammatory connective tissue disease marked by skin rashes, joint pain and swelling, inflammation of the kidneys, inflammation of the fibrous tissue surrounding the heart (i.e., the pericardium), as well as other problems. Not all affected individuals display all of these problems. Also called systemic lupus erythematosus.

Lupus (Drug Research)

A Latin word that literally means "wolf." Lupus is also used to refer to a disease called Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), a serious, chronic autoimmune disease that often induces a facial rash that causes its sufferers to have a wolf-like appearance. Individuals with lupus will produce antibodies to their own body tissues. The resultant inflammation can cause damage in many organs of the body including kidney, joints, blood vessels, heart and lungs.

Lupus (Immunization)

A disease characterized by inflammation of the connective tissue (which supports and connects all parts of the body). Chronic swelling of the connective tissue causes damage to the skin, joints, kidneys, nervous system and mucous membranes. The disease begins with fever, joint pain and fatigue. Additional symptoms continue to develop over the years including nausea, fatigue, weight loss, arthritis, headaches and epilepsy. Problems with heart, lung and kidney function may also result. This condition is diagnosed most frequently in young women but also occurs in children.

Lupus (Science)

An autoimmune disease with no known cure that can damage the kidneys, lungs, and heart. Its symptoms include fever, joint pain, and skin irritations.

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