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...reactions15comments
What Happens When a Family Member Gets COVID?A few days after returning home from a family vacation, my dad started to feel ill. His throat was itchy, and he...reactions1comment
My Deep Vein Thrombosis ScareI wanted to write about an experience I had recently, which at the time was very frightening, and it made me think a...reactions3comments
My 5-Year Lupus Diagnosis AnniversaryI cannot believe it’s been 5 years since I officially got my diagnosis. My lupus journey has been an emotional roller coaster...reactions2comments
The Stigma of Explaining Lupus to OthersThe stigma of explaining lupus to others can be very hard. Why? Because lupus is considered not a serious condition. Most people...reactions5comments
Has Your Doctor Ever Gaslit You?"You're too young to be sick." "There's nothing physically wrong with you. You're depressed." "You're tired because you live far away from...reactions11comments
2 Ways of Explaining Lupus Fatigue to Others"I have chronic fatigue, but that doesn't necessarily mean that I'm tired 100 percent of the time," I explained to a new...reactions7comments
Finding a Job With LupusTimes have changed! I do not know if it is for the better or worse. I currently sit and try to apply...reactions1comment
Getting Surgery for My Breast LumpMy appointment with the breast surgeon took forever to come. She was booked solid, and the earliest time to see her was...reactionscomments
Tips for a Vacation with Kids and LupusYears ago, I heard someone say that going on vacation is just going out to eat in different cities. I disagreed with...reactionscomments
Headaches and LupusOne of my main recurring symptoms of lupus is headaches. I seem to constantly go through phases where I get different types...reactions7comments
Write a Personalized Letter to CongressFor our community members in the United States, one meaningful way to start the conversation surrounding lupus awareness is to write a...reactionscomments
Money Woes and LupusIt's gotten so hard these days to look at my bank account. With the rising cost of everything, living in NYC plus...reactions2comments
World Changes Impact the Lives of the Lupus CommunityDetermine your strength to get you through the moments that feel the toughest. Always advocate for yourself, for better or worse, within...reactionscomments
An Interview With a Registered Nurse About Treating Chronically Ill PatientsWhen I first met my sister-in-law Allison in 2012, I was impressed to hear she was a nurse. I always wanted to...reactions2comments
Red FaceI had a horrible experience the other evening. My entire face turned red and hot and hurt like hell. I would give...reactions7comments
