Close-up of a young man’s face showing a butterfly-shaped malar rash across his cheeks and nose, a visible symptom of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Male systemic lupus erythematosus, an overlooked diagnosis

Today is World Lupus Day and we are raising lupus awareness for men. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) which affects connective tissue is the most common type of lupus.

An estimated 1 out of 10 people living with lupus is male. Little is known about SLE in men as diagnosis is often overlooked. Symptoms include joint and muscle pain with men experiencing more peripheral neuropathy and arthritis than woman.

Massage is effective in relieving joint and muscle pain; improving quality of sleep and health-related quality of life in patients with SLE. We are here for men’s health. Take time for self-care and book a massage today!

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Meet The Author

Trent is a qualified oncology, sports and remedial massage therapist, and an accredited lymphoedema, men’s health and scar therapy practitioner. Based in Coffs Harbour, he works with athletes and men navigating recovery from injury, surgery, or cancer treatment. As a former professional triathlete, Trent brings performance focus and evidence-based care to help clients move, feel, and perform better.

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