Eating well and exercising regularly can also help a person avoid a flare and its good advice for any child.

When it comes to staying healthy, sometimes what kids with lupus don’t do can be
just as important as what they do. Rheumatologists recommend that people with lupus not spend
time in the sun unless they wear lots of sunscreen and protective clothing  
because ultraviolet rays may bring on a flare.
Smoking, drinking and drugs are also really bad ideas for children with lupus,
as they are for anyone.

With the right medication and healthy habits, children with lupus can go to school,
take part in activities, play sports and stuff with their friends.

If you have a friend or classmate who has lupus, he or she may not feel well sometimes or
may miss some days of school. It’s great if you can be understanding.
That should be easier for you now that you know a little more about lupus