You will get ordinary colds just like anybody else. However infections can potentially be more serious in young people with lupus. If you develop a high fever (greater than 100°F or 38.5°C) or feel increasingly unwell, always get in touch with a doctor quickly. Always contact your doctor if you are worried about your lupus.

Will I have to see other doctors?

Over the course of your illness you may have to see a variety of doctors or specialists at the hospital. You may see the nephrologist if you have kidney involvement or the dermatologist if you have skin involvement such as a rash or acne.