Coping New autoimmune disease I can't do this anymore. Im tired of the fight i spend more time to bed then not. Just diagnosed with another very rare autoimmune disease colongenous...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesDepressionCoping
Lupus FunniesI had to laugh at myself looking for my glasses while they are on my face while talking on my phone telling the person I was talking to I can't...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCoping
After Flare Self-CareIt's hard sometimes to bounce back after flaring for a period of time. What are some of your essential self-care needs after recovering from a flare?...Reactions0reactionsComments28 repliesCopingTips & Advice
Unwanted Lupus Warrior Promotion Hmmm!! Who would ever thought that I would be living a life as a Lupus Warrior who has been diagnosed almost three years. This new position has not been easy...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessCopingDiagnosis
Breathing Has anyone have trouble with breathing like the feeling of not getting enough air or going up level of stairs your out of breath? I get this sometimes like now...Reactions0reactionsComments12 repliesCopingSymptoms
New to thisSorry to be nosey, but what is the thing that works best for this condition that you use, or do. Thanks I appreciate it....Reactions0reactionsComments139 repliesTips & AdviceCoping
Disbelief It's hard to have lupus and not look "sick". I never got the face rash and for a long time I had a difficulty with getting others, physicians included, to...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingSymptoms
Lupus Awareness MonthIf you could craft the most helpful lupus awareness month, what type of activities would you include?...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesCoping
What phrases are you tired of hearing?When you tell people you have a chronic condition, like lupus, people have a tendency to speak without thinking... Phrases such as "But you don't look sick," is often stated...Reactions0reactionsComments43 repliesAwarenessCopingFriends & Family
My body is swollen all the time.I was diagnosed with lupus December 7th 2022 after I had a heart attack in October. I have been taking hydroxychloroquine since December 2022. My body is always swollen and...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesJoint PainCopingSymptoms