Dealing with my DiagnosisIt's been almost 4.5 years since I got my official diagnosis but, I still vividly remember that day. I was so anxious...reactions12comments
4 Types of Lupus FlaresDo you tend to have the same kind of lupus flare repeatedly? Or does it throw you for a loop, and you...reactions32comments
Me, Lupus, and ScleritisThere is so much more to lupus than meets the eye. I mean literally, lupus can meet your eyes and have an...reactions7comments
5 Topics to Discuss With Your RheumatologistWant to get the most out of your appointments with your rheumatologist? Here are 5 key topics to discuss together. Prepare this...reactions2comments
Mouth and Dental Issues with LupusI’ve always looked after my oral hygiene by brushing my teeth twice a day and practicing regular flossing. Up until recently, I’ve...reactions15comments
How To Tell If Your Doctor Is a Good DoctorDoctors often dismiss, fail to take seriously, or even gaslight many new patients with autoimmune diseases, particularly young women. During the year...reactions3comments
Lupus, Advocacy, and the Push for Health Equity: Why Our Voices MatterFor those of us living with lupus, healthcare is personal. From seeing specialists to managing medications, we know how much these decisions...reactionscomments
Medical GaslightingGetting any type of diagnosis can be hard, but it's even harder when symptoms cannot be visibly seen but only felt by...reactions55comments
Advocating For Your Health Beyond Healthcare DisparitiesHave you ever felt like some doctors are not listening to you? Sometimes I feel like they have already judged me before...reactions25comments
Discrimination May Mean Life and Death: Being a Gay Man with LupusStruggling to fight bias is a common theme as a black gay man living with lupus. I was a shy teen, but...reactions12comments
Dressing with Lupus: 12 Tips for Flare Days and Pain ManagementLupus has its challenges and nothing is more disheartening than not having the basic human functions on a flare day. Flares can...reactions18comments
Ask The Advocates: Coping With Lupus FlaresLupus flares can cause swelling, skin rashes, and pain. Flares can also take a heavy toll on mental health. Many people living...reactions4comments
Lupus, Depression, and Stress: How I Fought My Lowest PointThe last few months have been HARD! Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, and financially. My anxiety and depression have been out of...reactions2comments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self Before LupusIt has been a few years since I first started feeling sick and got my official diagnosis. Looking back at those memories...reactions4comments
Getting Older As A Lupus WarriorTurning 35 is a milestone for anyone, and as crazy as it sounds it is pretty much middle age for a huge...reactions3comments
Life Lessons From a 35-Year-Old Lupus WarriorLiving with lupus amongst other chronic illnesses is an uncharted journey that demands resilience, adaptation, and a strong spirit. When I got...reactions17comments
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...reactions6comments
5 More Practical Tips to Thrive After a Kidney TransplantIn part 1 of Practical Tips To Thrive After a Kidney Transplant I discussed the pertinent things that you need to keep...reactions1comment
Things You Shouldn’t Say To Someone With Chronic IllnessI’ve been thinking about some things that I’d love to get off my chest. I know you’ve heard these, probably just as many...reactions2comments
7 Self-Love Principles Every Lupus Warrior Must PracticeNavigating life with lupus is like hiking without a guide – you could be experiencing a smooth road physically, but a few...reactions4comments
