Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multisystem autoimmune disease with a strong female predilection. Cardiovascular morbidity and mortality is a frequent complication, particularly in females ...

Most people with lupus have antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) in their blood. But a positive ANA test doesn’t always mean lupus. The test can be positive in people with other autoimmune illnesses — ...

Her hands remain very swollen, she sometimes struggles to walk and she's also lost 11 teeth (the lupus attacked her gums), so now wears dentures. The 12 tablets a day she takes, including ...

Lupus nephritis is an inflammatory kidney disease (glomerulonephritis) that develops in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). In patients with SLE, the immune system is not properly ...

If you’re worried you might have gum disease, there’s a good reason for that. About half of U.S. adults have gum disease. It’s one of the most common reasons people see the dentist. Also called ...

Blocking IL-10 receptors shows promise for improving brain function. The Lupus Research Alliance (LRA), the largest private funder of lupus research worldwide, today announced that a total of 33 ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. When we think of sour sweets, we can feel the mouth ...

It helps to freshen your breath, kill bacteria, and protect your teeth and gums from cavities and gum disease. However, it’s worth noting that not all mouthwashes function in the same way.

Gingivitis, a prevalent gum disease, impacts numerous individuals globally. The major factor contributing to its development is the accumulation of plaque on the teeth, leading to inflammation and ...

Having battled systemic lupus erythematosus for over 20 years and recently suffering from kidney failure, she filmed a final farewell to her father, reassuring him, “I will no longer trouble you.” ...

For two years, Halsey managed to keep their dual diagnosis of lupus and a rare T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder a secret from their audience. During that time, they performed more than a dozen ...