This glossary is provided to be a source of information on lupus related subjects. It will be updated to reflect new discussions, and if possible, will include a direct source link or a link to a Wiki-reference. The links to the related LupusFamily posts will be included in brackets at the end of the entry.

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Diagnosis of Lupus is a difficult task for even a trained medical professional. There is no single set of symptoms that are always specific to lupus, and there is no single test that can prove a person does or does not have lupus. [1]

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Insomnia is a sleep disorder characterized by an inability to sleep and/or inability to remain asleep for a reasonable period. Many individuals with lupus suffer with occasional or chronic insomnia. [1 2]

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Spoon Theory is a helpful way to share with others the difficulty of dealing with a chronic illness or disability. [1]