June is Men’s Health Month, a time to shine light on the health challenges that affect men with lupus and encourage open, honest conversations about care and well-being. For the lupus community, this month carries particular meaning.
While lupus primarily affects women, men can and do develop lupus. In fact, 1 in 10 people living with lupus is a man, and men are often diagnosed later because lupus is so frequently overlooked in male patients. Men with lupus can also experience more severe disease complications, making early awareness and access to care critical.
At the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA), we are committed to making sure every person living with lupus has the resources, support, and community they need. If you are a man living with lupus, here is where to start.
Find Community and Support
Finding people who truly understand your experience can be one of the most powerful parts of living with lupus. Whether that looks like a virtual support group, a candid conversation, or simply knowing others are walking the same path, connection matters. The National Lupus Man Cave support group is a welcoming virtual space where men living with lupus can openly share their experiences, build community, and find strength in knowing they are not alone.
The Lupus & You: The Male Journey webinar recording is another great resource for men living with lupus. Medical experts and male lupus warriors come together to challenge the misconception that lupus only affects women, sharing powerful personal stories and real insights on kidney health, diagnosis, daily life, and more. You can also explore the Q&A recap for answers to some of the most commonly asked questions, from symptoms and treatment to fertility and finding support.
Hear From Men Living With Lupus
From personal stories to practical guidance, these resources center the voices and experiences of men in the lupus community.
- Men Talk About Their Lives With Lupus shares real stories from men in the lupus community, so that others can feel seen, understood, and less alone in their journey.
- Men: What to Say When People Ask You About Lupus offers practical guidance for navigating conversations about lupus with friends, family, and coworkers. Knowing how to explain your experience can make all the difference.
Hear From the Experts
The LFA’s The Expert Series podcast features conversations with leading specialists who understand the unique ways lupus can present in men. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a caregiver, or looking to deepen your understanding, these resources offer medically grounded insights in an accessible format.
- The Expert Series: Lupus and Men covers how lupus affects men, including diagnosis challenges, symptoms, and treatment considerations specific to male patients.
- The Expert Series: Men’s Health and Special Considerations with Lupus takes a closer look at cardiovascular risk, mental health, and managing lupus alongside other health concerns.
Men’s Health Month is a reminder to show up for the men in the lupus community — and there are so many ways to do it. Whether you are living with lupus, supporting someone who is, or simply want to learn more, the resources in this blog are a place to start. Share them with someone in your life, explore our support groups, programs, find ways to get involved, and help us make sure every man living with lupus knows he is not alone.
