Recent Flare and Emergency Room VisitHaving a recent flare has shown me how unethical the medical system really is. I just had a recent flare while pregnant...reactions2comments
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
Tips for Staying Healthy During Winter MonthsI have noticed a pattern over the last several winters that I seem to pick up an onslaught of viruses. The exception...reactionscomments
Plaquenil Side Effects: Retinal Toxicity and Eye ExamsI’ve never had any issues with my eyes, so I never needed to see an ophthalmologist (eye doctor) until my lupus diagnosis...reactions9comments
Holiday Recovery Tips for People With LupusGetting back into a routine after the holidays can be challenging, especially for people in the chronic illness community. Increased fatigue and...reactions2comments
3 Things I Learned Not to Do On My Lupus JourneyIt is difficult to deal with everything that lupus throws at you. Navigating overlooked symptoms and barriers to care, I realized I...reactionscomments
Sharing My Lupus DiagnosisWhen I first got my lupus diagnosis, I was very hesitant about who I would share the news with. I feared the...reactionscomments
Dealing with a Lupus Flare After Covid RecoveryIt’s crazy to think that having Covid was not as bad compared to a lupus flare. When I got hit with Covid...reactions2comments
Canceling Holiday Plans Is Never EasyCanceling is never part of the plan, but it does happen. People with lupus are familiar with this and the kind of...reactions2comments
Feeling Anxious About New Year’s CostsMany people seem to be swirling with purpose on New Year's Day. This feeling seems to start around the end of December...reactions9comments
Decorating for Christmas On a Budget With LupusAffording Christmas decorations when you have lupus isn't always easy. Fortunately, you can find many different decor options at Dollar Tree and...reactions3comments
The Effects of Being a Caretaker with LupusBeing a caretaker and someone that has lupus can be overwhelming. Of course, I am a mother of a 2-year-old and a...reactions5comments
Tips for Hosting or Traveling for the HolidaysWe know that the holidays can zap your energy and leave us feeling drained, whether you are hosting or traveling for family...reactions3comments
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet on a BudgetEating healthy does not have to be expensive or complicated! I used to think that eating healthy meant going to Whole Foods...reactions9comments
Tips for Practicing Self-Care Around the HolidaysPracticing self-care is necessary to get through challenging times with chronic illnesses like lupus. It can be difficult to find time for...reactions7comments
Wearing a Heart Monitor for a WeekLupus can go after any part of the body; it’s notorious for going after the kidneys. But in many cases, it affects...reactions2comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
3 Things Not to Say to a Lupus WarriorAlthough well-intentioned, sometimes words can be hurtful to lupus warriors. It's important to be mindful and conscious of what is being said...reactions2comments
Gift Guide For People With Chronic IllnessesFinding gifts for others can be extremely hard. But, finding gifts for loved ones with chronic illness can be even harder. Here...reactions4comments
Proton Pump Inhibitors Linked to Drug-Induced LupusDrug-induced lupus is a disease like lupus that is caused by specific prescription drugs. Drug-induced lupus has many of the same symptoms...reactions3comments
