A recent study published ineClinicalMedicine suggests that an increase in nightmares and hallucinations may serve as early warning signs for autoimmune diseases, such as lupus. Researchers argue that recognizing these mental health and neurological symptoms can help predict when a patient’s disease is about to worsen, allowing for earlier intervention and potentially improving patient care. Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus, is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues. This condition can affect various parts of the body, including the …