Lupus and Domestic AbuseContent Note: This article describes domestic abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page...reactions1comment
Life with Lupus 22 Years & CountingLiving with life after finding out I had lupus has changed my life for the worse. My family life is not what...reactions10comments
Carpe Diem, Goals, and LupusI know that my days are numbered, and I have no idea how high that number goes. It’s not fun to think...reactions18comments
Lupus and Vitamin DI never realized just how important vitamin D is in our bodies until I experienced becoming extremely deficient. I had been feeling...reactions7comments
5 Topics to Discuss With Your RheumatologistWant to get the most out of your appointments with your rheumatologist? Here are 5 key topics to discuss together. Prepare this...reactions2comments
Sitting Waiting: Lupus Lessons LearnedI sat silent as I sat at my infusion, waiting for the drips to be complete. All I heard were my thoughts...reactions8comments
Living With Lupus Being Pregnant With Baby No. 2Being pregnant with baby No. 2 has been overwhelming. I have a 2-year-old that I am continuously trying to potty train and...reactions1comment
What Is The Connection Between Lupus and My Painful Periods?Getting that time of the month sucks for every girl. But dealing with a period can feel even harder when you have...reactions3comments
Guilt, Shame, and ApologiesHave you ever felt guilty for things you could not do because of lupus? How do you handle times that you look...reactions11comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you...reactions1comment
The Grief of Losing the Old YouOne of the most difficult symptoms of lupus isn't fatigue, joint pain, or sun sensitivity. It isn’t the rashes or hair loss...reactions5comments
Discrimination Against AppearancesThe discrimination in the world is wild. You might have noticed through my articles that appearance has been an issue for me...reactions1comment
My Imperfect Patient ExperienceI've had so many negative experiences at medical appointments that I've stopped counting. I have gone through ridiculous wait times, difficult blood...reactions10comments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger SelfIt has been a few years since I first started feeling sick and got my official diagnosis. Looking back at those memories...reactions4comments
Parenting With LupusParenting with lupus has been hard, especially when I was in nursing school. My daughter is 2 years old and is in...reactions2comments
When Medication Side Effects Leave Lasting ScarsTreating lupus can require so many steps that sometimes I feel like my appointments and never-ending phone calls to medical offices should...reactions8comments
To Move or Not To Move?You would think a simple question had a simple answer. But, there are so many factors to think about, especially when you...reactionscomments
Recent Doctor's AppointmentMy recent doctor's appointment with my rheumatologist was remarkably interesting. She was my new doctor and the first time I contacted her...reactionscomments
9 Tips For Traveling Overseas With LupusTraveling overseas with lupus or any other chronic illness can be daunting. However, I believe we shouldn’t have to miss out on...reactions3comments
5 Practical Tips to Manage AnxietyAnxious much? Anxiety can be so overwhelming as you battle lupus. It’s something so many of us deal with. An emotion that...reactions12comments
