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flag A Massachusetts woman spent six years misdiagnosed before lupus was correctly identified after her kidneys failed.

flag Ruth Wilson, a 43-year-old Massachusetts woman, spent six years facing misdiagnoses and dismissive care before being diagnosed with lupus after her kidneys failed. flag Her experience reflects the broader challenge of autoimmune diseases, which affect over 140 conditions and are rising in prevalence, often due to immune systems attacking the body’s own tissues. flag Despite advances in research, including promising CAR-T cell therapy that has induced long-term remission in one patient, diagnosis remains difficult and delayed, particularly for women who are disproportionately affected. flag Scientists are working to improve early detection and develop targeted treatments, but flares and unpredictable symptoms continue to disrupt lives, underscoring the urgent need for better tools and understanding.

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