The good news is that with today’s development in research and treatments, about 80-90% of people with lupus can expect to live a normal life span. While there is no cure, lupus is no longer fatal as it once was. People who follow their doctor instructions, take their medication, and seek help for medication side effects or new lupus symptoms can expect to live a normal lifespan. However, it is important to keep in mind that the intensity of disease varies between individuals. People with severe flare-ups can have a higher chance where their lupus can be life-threatening.