A Turning Point with LupusHave you ever thought about how to deal with lupus? Like, just really hitting that point in your fight when it’s not so stressful? Where you react a little differently... By Racquel H. Dozier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Fatigue: 1, Me: 0For as long as I can remember, I have experienced fatigue in a way that seemed so ...abnormal. I wasn’t just tired after an exceptionally long day or vigorous activity;... By Alli Fair4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lupus and Anxiety: Definition, Cause, and Impact On LupusResearch shows that 37 percent of people living with lupus will also deal with anxiety.. It is felt that this is due to the amount of stress that comes with... By Amber Blackburn, RN2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
From Lupus to Menopause, Part 2The words "you are bleeding out" will hit anyone like a ton of bricks. It was the possibility of death that scared me. Bleeding for nearly 2 years was rough... By Racquel H. Dozier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Pregnancy ScareAm I the only one who gets pregnancy scares with lupus? Now that I have a child, I do not know whether I missed my period because I am pregnant... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
When Family and Friends Do Not Accept Your Illness"Chronic illness will show you two things very clearly: the amazing compassion of some people you hardly know at all, and the disgusting selfishness of some people you thought you... By Meghan Bea2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Can Lupus be Fatal?Can lupus become fatal? Yes, for some people, lupus can become fatal. Lupus causes many complications with health issues. It is dangerous because lupus attacks the organs. Our kidneys and... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Exercise IntoleranceI contracted mono (Epstein-Barr virus) at the age of 22 when my health problems began. I was fit and healthy before this, and part of my routine was swimming at... By Charlotte Barnett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
From Lupus to Menopause: The Slippery Slope of Lupus Issues, Part 1All aboard, next mood swing in t-minus 6 minutes. Is it hot in here? Wait, have you seen my glasses, my keys, my phone? This is what I go through... By Racquel H. Dozier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Tips for Wearing Makeup With LupusWearing makeup can make you feel beautiful and relaxed, but when should you wear makeup, and how? Around 2016, when I was going through my second kidney failure, it started... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
Restless Legs and the Endless Search for RestOver the past decade, I have experienced varying levels of restless leg syndrome (RLS). When it’s been at its most severe, during my pregnancies, I’ve found myself thinking that the... By Ava Meena3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Let the Notes Take the Pain AwayImagine, you are driving down the expressway in morning rush hour traffic. The red lights from the cars in front of you glaring at your bloodshot eyes after a night... By Christopher Reed3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
DepressionEditor’s note: Content warning – This article includes experiences with suicidal thoughts. I just recently entered a depression stage where it is impossible for me to get out of. I... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
How I Balance Work and LupusI’m 3 hours away from the end of my workday when I realized I’m in steroid withdrawal. Sweat beads on my forehead, even though I just turned up the AC... By Meghan Bea3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Elements to a Healthy Mindset to Fight LupusIt’s hard to change your mindset when you are dealing with pain every day. It becomes a task that can sometimes feel impossible. Every day we work to stay positive... By Racquel H. Dozier2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
How I Changed my Schedule to Accommodate Lupus FatigueWith a lupus diagnosis comes life changes. Sometimes these changes come in the form of pills that we have to take for the rest of our lives. For others, a... By Meghan Bea3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyUPDATE: The Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing a chronic (long-term) health condition like lupus. Often... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Finding Community When You Don't "Look Sick"Hi, I'm new here. Nice to be in a group that can relate to all our symptoms! It started 1 year ago with dry mouth and shortness of breath. I... By Jrwight1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Stigma and Shame I Have EncounteredSomeone told me that I disgust them. Someone told me that I should kill myself. Someone asked me, why I would bring a child into the world knowing that I... By Jokiva Bellard2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Lupus, Depression, and Self-Harm, Part 2Content note: This article describes experiences with self-harm. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources. --- This is the continuation of "Lupus, Depression... By Charlotte Barnett2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments