How I Host the Holidays Without FlaringIt's that time of year again: stockings hung over a crackling fireplace, mistletoe decorating the doorways, and carols sounding over the loudspeakers...reactions3comments
The Risk of Blood Clots With LupusIn a previous article, I spoke about my personal experience of having a possible DVT (deep vein thrombosis). Still, I wanted to...reactions1comment
10 Ways to Start Your Own Support or Advocacy GroupHave you ever thought about starting your own support or advocacy group? Maybe in your area, lupus is not as well-known as...reactions2comments
Lupus May Affect Gut BacteriaIn the last few years, there has been a lot of research on how gut health affects people. Doctors have studied how...reactions3comments
4 Tips to Help You Sleep BetterDo you have trouble sleeping? Sometimes lupus can affect your sleep. With the pain, medication, and extreme fatigue, sleep can evade us...reactions24comments
How I Manage Money While Living with LupusDuring the year I spent relearning to walk and speak after a severe lupus flare, I made the decision to leave my...reactions3comments
3 Ways To Feel a Little BetterSometimes, the little things can make you feel a little better on those rough lupus days. I’ve found out if I hydrate...reactionscomments
Lupus and Domestic AbuseContent Note: This article describes domestic abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page...reactions1comment
Carpe Diem, Goals, and LupusI know that my days are numbered, and I have no idea how high that number goes. It’s not fun to think...reactions18comments
Lupus and Vitamin DI never realized just how important vitamin D is in our bodies until I experienced becoming extremely deficient. I had been feeling...reactions7comments
Lupus May Increase Risk for Gestational DiabetesMost people living with lupus have successful pregnancies and births. Modern medicine has made it safer than ever to be pregnant with...reactions1comment
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
Sitting Waiting: Lupus Lessons LearnedI sat silent as I sat at my infusion, waiting for the drips to be complete. All I heard were my thoughts...reactions8comments
Living With Lupus Being Pregnant With Baby No. 2Being pregnant with baby No. 2 has been overwhelming. I have a 2-year-old that I am continuously trying to potty train and...reactions1comment
What Is The Connection Between Lupus and My Painful Periods?Getting that time of the month sucks for every girl. But dealing with a period can feel even harder when you have...reactions3comments
Guilt, Shame, and ApologiesHave you ever felt guilty for things you could not do because of lupus? How do you handle times that you look...reactions11comments
How to Handle Insurance Denials and LimitsFinding out that your health insurance company has denied a claim can be frustrating and complicated. Your insurance company must provide you...reactions1comment
The Grief of Losing the Old YouOne of the most difficult symptoms of lupus isn't fatigue, joint pain, or sun sensitivity. It isn’t the rashes or hair loss...reactions5comments
Discrimination Against AppearancesThe discrimination in the world is wild. You might have noticed through my articles that appearance has been an issue for me...reactions1comment
How Do Autoimmune Diseases Affect Cancer Risk?Our immune system is constantly working to fight foreign or dangerous invaders like viruses, fungi, or bacteria. This helps protect us from...reactions1comment
