A recent global survey conducted by the World Lupus Federation reported that 91% of survey respondents were taking or have taken oral steroids to treat their lupus. Over 7,700 people living with lupus from more than 100 countries participated in the survey..
Global Survey Finds Lupus Greatly Impacts Physical Function and Quality of Life
In a new global survey of more than 3,500 people with lupus released by the World Lupus Federation (WLF) for World Lupus Day,, nearly 7 in 10 participants responded that lupus hampers their mobility. The majority of survey respondents also reported they are limited from doing daily activities because of lupus, including limitations going up and down stairs (67%) and doing chores (69%) such as vacuuming or yard work.