Take the Lupus Self-Screening Test During National Men`s Health Week.

Bellmore, NY – Over 1.5 million Americans have lupus; a serious life threatening autoimmune disease
that affects more Americans than multiple sclerosis, cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia and leukemia
combined. However, very few men who have symptoms follow through with a check-up not wanting to feel embarrassed, since lupus has often been labeled a women’s disease, owing to the fact that over 90% of people with lupus are women.

Ignoring lupus however, can be a life-threatening decision. According to a recent study at Johns Hopkins University, men who have lupus were much more likely to develop antibodies that help form serious clots in their systems. So although men with lupus can often be ignored, they can have very serious cases of lupus. Although men comprise only 1 in 10 cases of lupus; before the age of 13 and after the age of 55 that number becomes almost even with instances of lupus in women.

For that reason, The Lupus Alliance is encouraging all men especially those who have experienced symptoms such as; achy joints, fevers, extreme fatigue, skin rashes, and seizures to call the Lupus Alliance at 1-800-850-9000 for their free copy of the Lupus Self-Screening Test during National Men’s
Health Week from June 12-18. This life saving test can help determine whether an individual should consult a doctor for further evaluation. For more information on lupus you can also email the Alliance at info@lupusliqueens.org, or visit their website at www.lupusliqueens.org.