Living

Lupus is a difficult condition to live with and thrive beyond. Therefore, it's important that you remind yourself of the good things that help you overcome tough lupus battles. Here...

There has never been a better time for us to start thinking about what we can do as individuals to ensure what measures we can take to help to protect...

It is not your fault that you have lupus so do not blame yourself. It is not your fault you end up in the hospital from time to time. It...

We know the holidays can bring on extra stress. Therefore, it’s important to find the comedy in it all. After all, laughter can soothe the weary soul. Lupus is crazy...

These gifts may not be available at your local department store, but they are what many chronically ill people want more than anything. Chronic pain can be a nightmare and...

With my mother having lupus, there have undoubtedly been times where I have had to step more into a caregiver role than others. Sometimes I may have to pick up...

We all have those experiences with lupus doctors that make you want to keep them and change them. Some may be rude and some may be nice. It depends on...

Despite my best efforts, Benlysta and I cannot get along. Benlysta (belimumab) is a biologic medication explicitly made for lupus. After relying on antimalarial (hydroxychloroquine) and immunosuppressant (azathioprine) medications for...

The first time you hear that you need to see a specialist of any kind is scary. Your mind is reeling. What is going on? I have what? What does...

Quite frankly, I'm fed up with my hands. I’m furious with them. Their pain, swelling, and stiffness have prevented me from doing so many things. Pain in my finger joints...

Since 2011, people with lupus have had our very own biologic medication: Benlysta (belimumab). While it doesn’t work for everyone, many have found it to be an outstanding treatment for...

When someone brings up spoons, what is your first thought? My guess would be that you think about the piece of silverware. One that is used to eat things like...

Lupus is an invisible illness, one that you cannot just notice by looking at someone. A disease that may not affect one's appearance, but it affects how their body feels...

I have had issues with my digestive system plenty of times. I have had something called gastritis. Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach. The symptoms of this condition are nausea...

Autoimmune diseases like lupus occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks itself. For people with lupus, these attacks commonly cause fatigue and joint pain. However, people with lupus also have...

In the digital age, there are so many devices, websites, and technologies related to health. From fitness trackers to mobile apps, we use connected health technology to track symptoms, monitor...

If you are a lupus patient, chances are, you have tried a diet trend at some point. You might have gone gluten-free or vegan. You might have eliminated red meat...