Patient-reported flare frequency is associated with diminished quality of life and family role functioning in systemic lupus erythematosus.

Patricia P KatzGeorge J WanPaola DalyLauren TopfErin Connolly-StrongRyan BosticMichael L Reed

Published in: Quality of life research : an international journal of quality of life aspects of treatment, care and rehabilitation (2020)

Lupus flares contributed to impaired functional and psychological well-being, family functioning, and number of monthly healthy days. Better understanding of the burden of flare activity from the patient's perspective will support a holistic approach to lupus management.

Keyphrases

patient reported
systemic lupus erythematosus
disease activity
case report
rheumatoid arthritis
sleep quality