5 Risk Factors of Lupus

Race

Although it’s not fully understood why, African-American, Latino, Asian, and Native American individuals tend to be diagnosed more frequently than Caucasians.

In fact, African-American women are three times more likely to get lupus in comparison to Caucasian women. They also tend to develop lupus at a younger age and exhibit more severe symptoms. Researchers believe that genetics have a role to play across various ethnic groups.