My Imperfect Patient ExperienceI've had so many negative experiences at medical appointments that I've stopped counting. I have gone through ridiculous wait times, difficult blood...reactions10comments
5 Ways to Become a Better Health AdvocateIt's scary to advocate for yourself. Navigating the healthcare system can be scary and difficult, especially when dealing with overlooked symptoms that...reactions2comments
Legalization of Medical Marijuana: The Impact on Those Living With Chronic Health ConditionsSurveys show that most people in the United States favor legalized marijuana for medical or recreational use. As of early 2022, cannabis...reactionscomments
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger SelfIt has been a few years since I first started feeling sick and got my official diagnosis. Looking back at those memories...reactions4comments
Parenting With LupusParenting with lupus has been hard, especially when I was in nursing school. My daughter is 2 years old and is in...reactions2comments
When Medication Side Effects Leave Lasting ScarsTreating lupus can require so many steps that sometimes I feel like my appointments and never-ending phone calls to medical offices should...reactions8comments
To Move or Not To Move?You would think a simple question had a simple answer. But, there are so many factors to think about, especially when you...reactionscomments
Recent Doctor's AppointmentMy recent doctor's appointment with my rheumatologist was remarkably interesting. She was my new doctor and the first time I contacted her...reactionscomments
Research Reveals Potential New Noninvasive Lupus TestReceiving a diagnosis for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can take about 6 years after symptoms start. This is because SLE is difficult...reactionscomments
9 Tips For Traveling Overseas With LupusTraveling overseas with lupus or any other chronic illness can be daunting. However, I believe we shouldn’t have to miss out on...reactions3comments
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...reactions12comments
What Happens When a Family Member Gets COVID?A few days after returning home from a family vacation, my dad started to feel ill. His throat was itchy, and he...reactions1comment
My Deep Vein Thrombosis ScareI wanted to write about an experience I had recently, which at the time was very frightening, and it made me think a...reactions3comments
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...reactions2comments
The Stigma of Explaining Lupus to OthersThe stigma of explaining lupus to others can be very hard. Why? Because lupus is considered not a serious condition. Most people...reactions5comments
Is Lupus Remission Possible?Lupus symptoms and flares are challenging. People living with lupus work toward better symptom management. Remission is a goal of many. Several...reactions1comment
Examples of How I Use My Daily SpoonsHave you heard of the spoon theory? It started when Christine Miserandino was trying to explain to a friend what it’s like...reactions4comments
Has Your Doctor Ever Gaslit You?"You're too young to be sick." "There's nothing physically wrong with you. You're depressed." "You're tired because you live far away from...reactions11comments
2 Ways of Explaining Lupus Fatigue to Others"I have chronic fatigue, but that doesn't necessarily mean that I'm tired 100 percent of the time," I explained to a new...reactions7comments
Finding a Job With LupusTimes have changed! I do not know if it is for the better or worse. I currently sit and try to apply...reactions1comment
