Travel Insurance for Lupus
Living with lupus? Tell us in our quick medical screening and we can consider cover for your trip.
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Get a QuoteWhat is lupus?
Lupus is an autoimmune condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, which can affect the skin, joints, and internal organs that can affect people in different ways, depending on the severity of symptoms and how well it is managed. In the UK, around 50,000 people are diagnosed with the condition.
Most people with lupus continue to travel as normal, and with a little planning and proper management of the condition, it can often be done safely and confidently.
Having the right travel insurance in place for lupus can help to cover:
- Emergency medical treatment if your condition worsens during your trip
- Hospital stays and related medical expenses abroad
- Medical repatriation to the UK if further treatment is needed
- Cancellation costs if you have to cancel your trip for medical reasons
Travel advice for people with an autoimmune condition like lupus
- Plan ahead so you have enough lupus medication for your whole holiday
- Keep your medication with you at all times during travel
- Try to follow your normal treatment routine while abroad
- Speak with your GP before travelling if you have concerns about your lupus
During the quote process, we will ask about any pre-existing medical conditions. If relevant, you will need to declare lupus on the policy.
Many people with lupus can still arrange travel insurance with us. The cover available depends on the details of your diagnosis and how it is currently managed, so full and accurate answers in the medical declaration help us find the most suitable options.
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Don't worry if your condition is not listed above - we cover plenty more medical conditions.
* Please note that cover will vary depending on individual medical screenings.
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