Prognosis for People
With Lupus
Just 25 years ago, only 40 percent of people with
lupus were expected to live more than 3 years
following the diagnosis. Today, most people with
lupus can look forward to a normal lifespan..
T
here's no one size fits all treatment
for this cruel, mysterious and
troublesome disease.
While there may be periods with symptoms,
there are some periods where the disease is in
remission and devoid of symptoms. If doctors’
instructions are followed and patients stick with
their treatment regimen, they can expect to have
a normal lifespan. However, it is believed that
between 10-15 percent of people with lupus will
die prematurely due to complications of lupus.
with lupus can look forward to a normal
lifespan.
Don’t be afraid to recognize when you need help
and to ask for it. Consider joining a support
group. It often helps to talk to others who are
walking in your shoes.
Spread awareness of this cruel disease affecting
millions around the world. May a cure for lupus
be found in our lifetime. Help stomp Lupus out.
Just 25 years ago, only 40 percent of people with
lupus were expected to live more than 3 years
following the diagnosis. Today, most people
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