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An Epstein Barr virus (EBV) vaccine to prevent lupus? EBV infection may be a common trigger, causing the onset of diseases like lupus. This list includes disorders such as:
This blog post will give advice on how to prevent lupus and other autoimmune diseases. I will first describe the results of a 2021 Harvard research study called the VITAL Study that showed that vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acid …
Unfortunately, dry, itchy skin is a common problem in lupus patients. Most patients try everything they think may help, like using soaps like Dove (which is usually bad for lupus patients). They find themselves miserable from the itching, thinking that …
We do not know, yet. However, the August 12, 2021 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine reported significant responses in immunosuppressed organ transplant patients. This gives …
Anifrolumab (Saphnelo) is the 2nd FDA-approved biologic to treat systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). The first biologic was belimumab (Benlysta).
This article discusses Saphnelo in detail. To compare Saphnelo and Benlysta, see my other article on this topic: lupusencyclopedia.com/saphnelo-vs-benlysta
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Have you recently received a positive anti-SSA blood test result? Naturally, you might feel confused or worried about your health. Specifically, doctors frequently use the anti-SSA test to diagnose autoimmune …
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It intrigues me how the COVID-19 vaccine works! How effective it is, and how safe it is.
I got mine, #1, as of 12/29/20, and I got my …
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) of the
I am Dr. Donald Thomas, MD, a rheumatologist treating hundreds of lupus patients for over 30 years. Read my first blog post here to understand why I started this website and blog about “The Lupus Encyclopedia” and “The Lupus Secrets”.
Dr. Don Thomas also enjoys educating and empowering doctors, medical students, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and patients.
