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I'm just wondering, if you are diagnosed with lupus are you automatically going to die?
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See below: With newer treatments, lupus patients are living much longer than previous. Talk to your rheumatologist and see the lupus foundation of america's website for support groups and information.
Answered 8/22/2013
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