Overview:
May 10th is celebrated globally as Lupus Day, which is a chronic autoimmune disease in which various body tissues become inflamed.
One of its characteristic indicators is the appearance of a rash on the face. Risk factors vary, including gender, age, family history, psychological stress, and physical stress. There is no cure for lupus, but there are treatments that can help control the symptoms.
Objectives
- Increasing community awareness about lupus erythematosus (SLE).
- Highlighting the needs of SLE patients.
Facts:
- There is no cure for lupus, but there are treatments that can help control the symptoms.
- The symptoms of lupus erythematosus are similar to those of other diseases, making it difficult to diagnose.
- Lupus is more common in women.
Official Date:
Globally: May 10th, 2024
Locally: Dhul-Qa’eda 2nd, 1445H
Reference
- Lupus - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic