DiagnosisI was diagnosed 28 years ago when I gave birth to my youngest child. After I had her I felt off. I...reactions3comments
How To Accomplish Goals Despite LupusOne of the most painful parts of getting sick with lupus was having to let go of my goals and plans. I...reactions4comments
Lupus Symptoms WorseningI essentially have had lupus for 42 years. I was 30, pregnant with my youngest daughter when they first questioned systemic lupus...reactions1comment
Depression Should Not Be a Dirty WordOn the outside, you look like you have everything together. You are back on your own feet for the first time in 5...reactionscomments
Lupus Symptom TrackerMany aspects of lupus are outside of your control. You might experience flare-ups when symptoms worsen and periods when lupus symptoms are...reactions6comments
Identify Lupus Flare Ups and Preparing for PregnancyLearn to identify your flare-ups. What are the signs? When can you tell that there is change within your body? Lupus is...reactionscomments
Suits: An Expensive Fashion Statement For Someone Living With LupusThe average cost of living with lupus in America is $22,000 and $50,000. The cost of lupus is based on several studies...reactionscomments
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...reactions6comments
Facing Ignorance While Living With LupusOwning a handicap sticker should not cause you to feel shame. Some disabilities are not visible, so sometimes others will think you...reactionscomments
The Fear, Joy, and Sadness of Missing OutThe concept of FOMO (the fear of missing out) has been circulating for a while and has helped many people put a...reactions4comments
My COVID Booster Shot Experience with LupusAfter the move to Atlanta, I finally met up with a primary doctor. I am completely in love with medical centers like...reactionscomments
"But You Don’t Look Sick!" Think Before You SpeakWhen you tell people you have lupus, they always seem to know someone who also has it. They always say that they...reactions4comments
My Recent Trip to the ERThere are many ways that lupus patients like myself may feel like the weakest link, especially during the wintertime because this is...reactions2comments
How I Use Mini-Habits to Accomplish GoalsAs a lupus patient, I don’t have as much time or energy as most people my age. Even after getting the over...reactions3comments
Important Things to Have Now, Planning for Overall CareIn our last article, Making Sound Healthcare Choices and Decisions in your Lupus Battle, we talked about health care agent directives, medical...reactions4comments
Yes, You Can Travel as a Dialysis Patient, Part 2In Part 1 of Yes, You Can Travel as a Dialysis Patient, I mentioned the first 3 tips to travel successfully as...reactions1comment
Practicing Wellness To Protect Your Lupus Life, Part 2Feeling well when you are sick can be a difficult task. We discussed physical, emotional and spiritual wellness in our last article...reactionscomments
I Know What You Are Going To Do This SummerBeach, mountains, Europe, the Caribbean, or grandma’s house. Each year, if we are fortunate, we are given the opportunity to vacation. There...reactions2comments
My Journey To Filing for Disability, Part 2Filing for disability is a process that you truly can’t understand unless you've been there. It’s necessary, but it's a journey. When...reactionscomments
Tips To Be Ready For The Bad DaysWe have all been there – work, school, and maintaining a household. Some things that most don’t think twice about. It is...reactions1comment
