Tips For Hospital Stays Because of LupusUnfortunately, hospital stays can be a normal part of living with lupus. Random pains and issues have to be taken seriously and...reactions4comments
Let’s Talk About Perfect Patient BurnoutI can’t recall what year in my lupus diagnosis I began feeling this way. It seemed the pressure was mounting with each...reactions20comments
Lupus and Reproductive Health: Why Your OB-GYN Is Your Best FriendEver since I was diagnosed with lupus, I have had revolving appointments and have seen so many doctors. But, the one appointment...reactionscomments
5 Practical Tips to Manage AnxietyAnxious much? Anxiety can be so overwhelming as you battle lupus. It’s something so many of us deal with. An emotion that...reactions15comments
The Importance of Advocating for YourselfSometimes it is so difficult to speak up for yourself during doctor visits. I have found it hard to get a word...reactions2comments
When Should I Seek Medical Care?The last thing we want to do when we are sick, or hurt is going to the ER or urgent care. We...reactions5comments
Life After SepsisWhen you are in the hospital, all you can think about is going home and crawling into your bed, putting on your...reactions17comments
My Move and Lupus FlaresThe move to Atlanta was a big deal for me. I was without my medication for about 2 months which caused me...reactions3comments
Lupus Advocacy: The Honest TruthAdvocacy for lupus can be overwhelming. Dealing with other people’s issues while battling your own can lead to advocacy burnout. Life as...reactions2comments
Acceptance Isn't EasyI have been going through a phase in my life lately where I’ve been reflecting back, and it really hit me just...reactions2comments
Beyond the 9-to-5: Lupus, Work, & Finding Your PathOne of the scariest parts of getting sick with lupus was realizing I’d never be able to work a full-time job. Many...reactions5comments
Thank You To My SpouseI don't know where I would be since my lupus diagnosis, without my husband. We met a few months before I got...reactions8comments
Friendships After DiagnosisAfter my lupus diagnosis, it really opened my eyes to see who really were my friends. When I got diagnosed I was...reactionscomments
How Are You So Positive?One question that I get asked a lot is how am I so positive after everything that I have been through. Especially...reactions1comment
Surviving Change in Your Lupus FightMy life has totally changed since my diagnosis. Being a former athlete, I have had the hardest time adjusting. My body has...reactions18comments
Ultimate Lupus Survival GuideHaving lupus is very challenging. In fact, it can be downright overwhelming and difficult to handle day-to-day. The main thing that you...reactions1comment
Be Gentle With Yourself As You Battle LupusLupus, some days are harder than others. Some days you have pain with every breath. Other days you are on top of...reactions5comments
Dancing with the Butterfly and Taking Control of My Lupus JourneyLiving with lupus is like waltzing with a butterfly in a hurricane. One moment, I'm basking in the sunshine of energy. The...reactionscomments
What It’s Like Being a Lupus WarriorMany people may wonder what it is like being a lupus warrior. It’s kind of hard to explain, but let’s give it...reactions2comments
Surviving the Rollercoaster“I am just so over being sick and tired!” I want to scream but instead I’m sitting in my room, holding my...reactions22comments
