What is Lupus?” It’s a question asked every day by people who are unfamiliar with the disease and those getting diagnosed and hearing the word for the first time.

Did you know there are different types of Lupus? There are 5, in fact, and each one has its own set of signs, symptoms, and treatment. Let’s dig into each of the types of lupus, starting with Systemic Lupus

Lupus symptoms vary from person to person, but there are common symptoms to keep an eye out for if you suspect you might have the disease.

Lupus diagnosis and treatment can be complicated.This is because Lupus symptoms come and go, and mimic many other diseases. For this reason, Lupus is called the “great imitator”.