Lupus Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients and Health Care Providers

The Lupus Encyclopedia: A Comprehensive Guide to Lupus, Fully Updated

This comprehensive and updated guide on lupus, written by lupus expert and clinician Donald E. Thomas, Jr., MD, provides patients with the essential information they need to understand and manage this complex autoimmune disease.

Lupus is a condition that can affect any organ in the body, and its prevalence in the United States has tripled since the 1980s, underscoring the growing need for reliable and practical information on this potentially devastating disease.

This latest edition of The Lupus Encyclopedia includes significant advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of lupus, with new and expanded coverage on: - The newest FDA-approved medications for lupus - The impact of lupus on different body parts - Advanced laboratory tests that improve lupus diagnosis and management - The role of the microbiome and anti-inflammatory diets - Updated recommendations for pregnant or breastfeeding individuals with lupus - Childhood-onset lupus - The interaction between COVID-19 and lupus - Non-drug treatments, complementary medicine, and medical cannabis

Endorsed by the Lupus Foundation of America, this resource has been carefully reviewed by experts in the field and is considered the gold standard for comprehensive and accurate information on lupus. Additionally, bonus content on insurance issues and guidance for navigating employment with lupus and disability is available online.

The contributors to this edition include a diverse team of renowned lupus specialists, including Jemima Albayda, MD; Divya Angra, MD; Alan N. Baer, MD; Sasha Bernatsky, MD, PhD; George Bertsias, MD, PhD; Ashira D. Blazer, MD; Ian Bruce, MD; Jill Buyon, MD; and many others, each providing their expertise to ensure the information is current and reliable.

Whether you are a patient, a healthcare provider, or a family member of someone living with lupus, this comprehensive guide is an essential resource for understanding and managing this complex autoimmune condition. With its wealth of updated information and practical guidance, The Lupus Encyclopedia is a must-have for anyone seeking to better navigate the challenges of living with lupus.

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