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Research, decoded
Research, decoded
The latest lupus studies, trials and treatment breakthroughs — read carefully and written down in plain language, so you can talk to your doctor with confidence.
Stanford Just Connected Epstein-Barr to 100% of Lupus Cases — Here's What That Means for YouA 2025 Stanford study identified the molecular switch that links the Epstein-Barr virus to lupus in every patient studied. Here's what the finding actually means — and what it doesn't change about managing your disease today.Understanding Lupus Flares: What the Latest Research Says About Prediction and PreventionNew studies show blood biomarkers and machine learning can predict lupus flares with over 96% accuracy. Here's what that means for everyday symptom tracking.Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) for Lupus: What Every Patient Should Know in 2026A complete patient guide to hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) for lupus — dosing, eye monitoring, pregnancy safety, side effects, and the latest 2026 research on flare prevention.Lupus Blood Tests Explained: ANA, Anti-dsDNA, Complement, and What Your Results MeanA plain-language guide to lupus blood tests including ANA, anti-dsDNA, complement levels, CBC, and CRP. Learn what your lab results actually mean for your lupus.Lupus Nephritis: When Lupus Affects Your Kidneys — Signs, Tests, and TreatmentLearn about lupus nephritis — how lupus attacks the kidneys, early warning signs, key tests like UPCR and kidney biopsy, and current treatment options for lupus kidney disease.Beyond Benlysta: New Lupus Treatments in 2026 Including Anifrolumab and CAR-T TherapyAn overview of the latest lupus treatments in 2026 — from established biologics like Benlysta and Saphnelo to emerging CAR-T cell therapy and clinical trial breakthroughs.