Women with lupus, especially those taking prednisone, have a high risk of developing these diseases. The signs of lupus differ from one person to another. Lupus may be hard to diagnose. It is often mistaken for other diseases. Ninety percent of those with the disease are women.
Black women are three times more likely to develop lupus than are white women.
The foundation also can locate local chapters of the organization and can refer people to doctors and clinics who see a lot of lupus patients.