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"The August workshop is one of the many, free support services that we offer to help lupus patients and their families better manage their disease and improve the quality of their lives," said LFAGW President and CEO Penny Fletcher. "It's designed for both the newly diagnosed patient and anyone needing a refresher in the basics," she said.
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Lupus Symptoms
Because lupus can affect so many different organs, a wide range of symptoms can occur, including:
LFAGW's Free, Ongoing Services
This and all LFAGW education programs are provided at no coast for all participants, thanks to funds raised through the annual Walk for Lupus Now! Join us for the 2(nd) Annual Walk for Lupus Now! Baltimore on September 26(th). For more tips, e-mail LFAGW at [email protected] or call 202-349-1167. Web site: www.lupusgw.org.
About LFAGW
Founded in 1974, the Lupus Foundation of America Greater Washington (LFAGW) Chapter, Inc. provides free, current information, education programs and outreach services to improve the quality of lives for people with lupus while also supporting research. Toll-free number in D.C., Md., Va. and W.Va.: 1-888-349-1167 or 202-349-1167. Web site: www.lupusgw.org.
-- Extreme fatigue (tiredness) -- Headaches -- Painful or swollen joints -- Fever -- Anemia (caused by low numbers of red blood cells or hemoglobin, or low total blood volume) -- Swelling (edema) in feet, legs, or around eyes -- Pain in the chest on deep breathing (pleurisy) -- Butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and nose -- Sun- or light-sensitivity (photosensitivity) -- Hair loss -- Blood-clotting problems -- Fingers turning white and/or blue in the cold (Raynaud's phenomenon) -- Ulcers in mouth or nose
SOURCE Lupus Foundation of America Greater Washington Chapter
