Lupus Program Patient Stories
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Lupus Nephritis: Abbie's Story
![Abbie with her mom and sister Abbie with her mom and sister](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/lupus-patient-abbie-mother-sister-16x9.jpg?itok=Z9vUZMv6)
After 10-year-old Abbie was diagnosed with lupus, her family became dedicated advocates for lupus research.
Lupus Nephritis: Emily's Story
![Emily and her sister Emily and her sister](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/lupus-nephritis-patient-emily-16x9.jpg?itok=5p-dY4PC)
When Emily experienced sudden fatigue, bruises and fevers, her family turned to CHOP. Within days, she was diagnosed with lupus nephritis and began treatment.
Lupus Nephritis: Indya's Story
![Indya smiling Indya smiling](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/lupus-patient-indya-16x9.jpg?itok=QXQSsJlr)
In the midst of COVID-19, Indya began experiencing painful swelling and stiff joints – symptoms of lupus, a severe, autoimmune disease.
Medical Treatment of Lupus: Isabella’s Story
![Isabella smiling and holding on to a rope swing Isabella smiling and holding on to a rope swing](https://www.chop.edu/sites/default/files/styles/teaser/public/medical-treatment-lupus-patient-isabella-16x9.jpg?itok=h7lwgdRB)
After receiving medical treatment for lupus at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Isabella is back to enjoying arts and crafts.