Self-Love Beyond Lupus: Healing in Between the CureIt can be difficult to extend love to yourself beyond lupus. Between the physical pain and emotional strain, it can become so...reactionscomments
Lupus And The Problems It CausesEveryone knows when you have a flare it can cause major problems with dealing with lupus. It can attack every part and...reactions18comments
How My Sister Supports Me On My Journey With LupusLike many siblings, I did not always get along with my sister when we were growing up. We were born three years...reactionscomments
My Concern About The COVID-19 VaccineI am seriously nervous about getting the COVID vaccine, especially with the side effects. Having lupus, we are not allowed to get...reactions1comment
Finding Purpose Living Through a Lupus DiagnosisI was diagnosed with lupus at the age of 16. School has always been a priority in my house. Two years before...reactions3comments
I Have Lupus PlusI have lupus plus, meaning I have lupus plus way too many other health issues. When I was diagnosed with lupus, it...reactions5comments
5 Huge Life Lessons I’ve Learned as a Lupus WarriorWhen I was first diagnosed with lupus in 2009, I was 27, newly married, and wanted to take on everything and be...reactions1comment
10 Gentle Daily Reminders for Lupus WarriorsLupus is a difficult condition to live with and thrive beyond. Therefore, it's important that you remind yourself of the good things...reactionscomments
Self-Care During The COVID PandemicThere has never been a better time for us to start thinking about what we can do as individuals to ensure what...reactions1comment
It Is Not Your FaultIt is not your fault that you have lupus so do not blame yourself. It is not your fault you end up...reactionscomments
The 12 Days of “LupMAS”We know the holidays can bring on extra stress. Therefore, it’s important to find the comedy in it all. After all, laughter...reactions8comments
10 Gifts People With Lupus Would Like to ReceiveThese gifts may not be available at your local department store, but they are what many chronically ill people want more than...reactions2comments
You Have Lupus. Now What?I did feel strange the day I went for Jury Duty. In fact, after arriving at the courthouse, I was so tempted...reactions15comments
Am I a Good Caregiver?With my mother having lupus, there have undoubtedly been times where I have had to step more into a caregiver role than...reactions1comment
Experiences With DoctorsWe all have those experiences with lupus doctors that make you want to keep them and change them. Some may be rude...reactions7comments
My Experiences With Depression From BenlystaDespite my best efforts, Benlysta and I cannot get along. Benlysta (belimumab) is a biologic medication explicitly made for lupus. After relying...reactions9comments
3 Tips For Your First Rheumatologist VisitThe first time you hear that you need to see a specialist of any kind is scary. Your mind is reeling. What...reactionscomments
Challenging SymptomsHi my name is karen willis, I am 51 years old. I was diagnosed with lupus Nov. 19, 1999. I have 3...reactions25comments
Lupus Arthritis And Useless HandsQuite frankly, I'm fed up with my hands. I’m furious with them. Their pain, swelling, and stiffness have prevented me from doing...reactions76comments
Tips for Benlysta InfusionsSince 2011, people with lupus have had our very own biologic medication: Benlysta (belimumab). While it doesn’t work for everyone, many have...reactions2comments
