Do you or someone you know have Lupus? Researchers still don't know what exactly causes lupus or how to cure it. Lupus is difficult to diagnose because it is similar to many other diseases. There also doesn't seem to be any reason for someone to contract the disease except for that it is nine times more likely to attack women than it is to attack men. So what exactly is lupus? Lupus is a disease of the immune system. Once a patient has been diagnosed with Lupus, they will be wondering how to live a normal life, when everything they have read makes it seem like that won't be possible. Learn about the best things a person with Lupus can do to have a great life. Read about the causes of Lupus, the signs and symptoms to look for, the types of Lupus and much more.