Lupus patients on TikTok feel isolated, face medical gaslighting, and prefer non-drug treatments.
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Tumid lupus erythematosus can cause non-scarring hair loss on the scalp and requires careful diagnosis.
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April 2024 in “JMIR infodemiology” TikTok videos show that people with Lupus often discuss symptoms and their significant impact on mental health, face diagnostic delays, have mixed views on treatments, and feel isolated despite support.