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Emmitt Henderson III was diagnosed with Systemic Lupus and Lupus Nephritis in 1995 but had symptoms going back to 1980. He has never heard of Lupus till he was told he had it. He couldn’t even look it up because internet search engines weren’t around in 1995. Read more.

Experiencing Lupus Nephritis and Kidney Failure

I’ve been living with a condition that has challenged my kidneys for so many years. I was diagnosed with lupus nephritis in 1995 and went through rigorous treatments just to...

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By Emmitt Henderson

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A Man's Journey Through a Woman's Disease

One of the most pervasive myths is that lupus is solely a woman’s disease. As a man living with lupus, I navigate a landscape riddled with challenges and misunderstandings that...

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By Emmitt Henderson

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I Didn't Know I Had a Story, Until I Told My Story

Life has a way of surprising us. Sometimes, the most profound stories emerge from the most unexpected places. My journey with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) taught me that resilience and...

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By Emmitt Henderson

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I Was Told Lupus Was a Woman's Disease

I was diagnosed with systemic lupus and lupus nephritis in 1995. I had no idea what lupus was nor had I ever heard of it. If this happened today, I...

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By Emmitt Henderson

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