Definition

A disease that can cause inflammation and damage to various parts of the body, often affecting the skin, joints, and organs.

Example

She was diagnosed with lupus after experiencing severe joint pain and skin rashes.

Conversation

Have you heard about lupus?

Yeah, I read it's a pretty serious condition.

I didn't know much about it until my friend got diagnosed with lupus.

That sounds tough; I hope they are managing it well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lupus → This word originates from Latin 'lupus', meaning wolf. It directly refers to the animal known for its wild nature and pack behavior.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for wolf, 'lupus', to remember that this term refers to the animal known for its wild and social characteristics.

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