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April 30, 2026Lara D. Veeken

P154 Perceived triggers and preventers of flares in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases

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AAArjoon ArunasalamMPMartha PiperDDD. D’Cruz

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Overview

Survey reveals lifestyle and psychosocial factors influencing flares in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases, underscoring patient perspectives.

Key Points

  • The study aims to explore patient perceptions of flare triggers and preventers in systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases.
  • Conducted an exploratory survey with 1,798 patients across various SARD types.
  • Patients rated factors affecting flares using a co-created scale from −2 to +2.
  • Analysed survey data using Chi-square tests and ANOVA/Kruskal-Wallis to compare perceptions by disease type and demographics.
  • Physical activity, life stressors, and psychiatric symptoms were identified as common flare triggers.
  • Survey results will inform tailored educational resources for SARD management.
  • Preliminary findings suggest strong patient interest in lifestyle factors affecting flare dynamics.

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Arunasalam et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69f2a49d8c0f03fd67763989https://doi.org/10.1093/rheumatology/keag121.187
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