My Journey With Scleritis and LupusThere is so much more to lupus than meets the eye. I mean literally, lupus can meet your eyes and have an...reactions7comments
How Lupus Affects Your Mouth and Dental HealthI’ve always looked after my oral hygiene by brushing my teeth twice a day and practicing regular flossing. Up until recently, I’ve...reactions19comments
My Experience With 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
An Introduction to Telehealth ServicesTelehealth is a virtual service that lets patients interact with a healthcare professional online. This lets doctors and patients connect without being...reactionscomments
Skin Care Tips for LupusCutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) is lupus that affects the skin. CLE flares cause a rash to develop over parts of the skin...reactions1comment
My Go-To Makeup and Skincare Routine for Lupus FlaresFor the most part, lupus is an invisible illness. Most people can’t see the aching joints and fatigue that we live with...reactions18comments
When Is It Time To Change Rheumatologists?Several years ago, I realized that I needed to change my rheumatologist. The time leading up to that decision leave my rheumatologist...reactionscomments
Choosing "Easy" to Manage My Chronic Lupus SymptomsHave you heard of choosing your hard? People usually frame it in a way where either direction is hard (such as marriage...reactions20comments
Lupus Flare Survival Guide: Tips for Rest and ReliefWe all know about the wild ride through the land of lupus flares. You know the one when you’re chilling, living your...reactions20comments
Can Urine Odor Signal a Lupus Complication? Here's What to KnowIf you've noticed your urine smelling different lately — stronger, sharper, or just "off" — it's a natural thing to wonder about...reactions2comments
5 Methods to Deal with Pain Insomnia (Painsomnia)How are you sleeping these days? If you’re struggling to sleep well, I wouldn’t be surprised. Sadly, losing sleep is often a...reactions4comments
Finding Financial Help for LupusLupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a disorder that happens when your body’s immune system attacks your own organs...reactions16comments
What Do I Eat? How to Navigate Food MisinformationIf you have a chronic illness, people have likely speculated about your diet. While questions like "Have you tried kale?" or "Did...reactions1comment
Lupus and AI: How Are You Using It for Your Health?Something has shifted in the last couple of years. A late-night symptom search now sometimes starts with an AI summary before it...reactionscomments
Managing Headaches and LupusOne of my main recurring symptoms of lupus is headaches. I go through phases with different types of headaches. Most days, I...reactions25comments
The Connection Between Lupus and Dental HealthAutoimmune diseases like lupus occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks itself. For people with lupus, these attacks commonly cause fatigue and...reactions36comments
The Balancing Act: How I Use Self-Care to Manage Life with LupusWe all know the great balancing act known as living with lupus. In my circus I’m constantly juggling flaming torches while riding...reactions8comments
Navigating the Overlap of Lupus and PerimenopauseFor months I've been struggling with the classic lupus flare symptoms, and I assumed that this was just a prolonged phase I...reactions5comments
Dealing with Lupus, Sjogren's, and a Cancer DiagnosisI thought having a lupus diagnosis was hard. But, these last few weeks have really tested my strength. I had recently undergone...reactions14comments
How to Manage Blood Clots When You Have LupusLupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a disorder that happens when your immune system attacks your own organs and...reactions5comments
