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A Closer Look at Lupus Nephritis

They say lupus can be hereditary. In my case, it was. My mother had lupus nephritis. And I do, too. Check out the resources below for helpful tips, support, and more.

Shamekka Marty

Lupus.net Patient Leader

Dispelling the Misconception: "Men Don’t Have Lupus"

In 1990, my mother and I attended our first lupus symposium. A rheumatologist gave a shocking presentation. The Lupus Foundation of America (LFA), Georgia Chapter (the Chapter) should have posted...

5 Huge Life Lessons I’ve Learned as a Lupus Warrior

When I was first diagnosed with lupus in 2009, I was 27, newly married, and wanted to take on everything and be the one to solve everyone’s problems. To say...

I Almost Missed My Second Chance at Life

For 4 years, 8 months, and 11 days, I anticipated receiving "the call." The call is what just about every dialysis patient prays for and dreams of – a chance...

Migratory Joint Pain, Curbing the Pain, and a Potential Flare

All my joint problems, pain, or inflammation, have always been "migratory." This type of joint pain occurs with inflammation spreading from one joint to another at a time. In my...

Lupus And The Problems It Causes

Everyone knows when you have a flare it can cause major problems with dealing with lupus. It can attack every part and any part of your body. As lupus flares...