My cosin has lupis, and i was wondering- are there any linked diseases to lupus?

Also- what is the lifespan for a patient doing badly, well, good, or great? like, whats the average lifespan, and how long do extraordinary cases live?

how can flare-ups be caused with lupis, and how serious are they? can you tell me more about the flare-ups? :-|

THank u so much!!!!! It means a lot to me, my cousin is the best person in the world and dosn't deserve theis diesease. :'(

~Vaultdiva24:7 :-D thanx!