What Advice Not to Give Lupus WarriorsI've been living with lupus for over 19 years now, and I've heard a lot of unsolicited advice from well-meaning people. Some...reactions15comments
Self-Care and LupusThe World Health Organization defines self-care as: "the ability of individuals, families, and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and...reactions3comments
What Is Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease?Undifferentiated connective tissue disease (UCTD) is a term given to an autoimmune disease affecting the connective tissue. Autoimmune diseases occur when your...reactions2comments
Laughter is a Healing Power in My Battle Against LupusLiving with lupus has been a challenging journey filled with pain, doctor's appointments, medications, and constant uncertainty. However, amidst the ups and...reactionscomments
Hacks for Dealing with Brain FogBrain fog: it's one of the most frustrating symptoms lupus patients have to live with. Brain fog sometimes feels just like its...reactionscomments
The Pain in My Chest – What Is that?My chest hurts. I can barely breathe. I feel like I am having a heart attack. How many have had this conversation...reactions5comments
Getting An Infection As A Mom With LupusIt can be intense and overwhelming in the motherhood land. Why? Because having an autoimmune disease like lupus can be troubling with...reactions4comments
Pregnancy ScareAm I the only one who gets pregnancy scares with lupus? Now that I have a child, I do not know whether...reactionscomments
3 Ways to Celebrate Fall, Despite LupusWith its pumpkin patches, apple cider, and promise of comfortable weather, autumn is many people's favorite time of the year. The hint...reactionscomments
Talking With My Doctor About SexIn my experiences so far, I’ve only talked about sex with my rheumatologist as it relates to pregnancy. While it does matter...reactionscomments
Virtual VisitI really do not like virtual visits and I have plenty of reasons why. When a doctor is noticing and evaluating me...reactionscomments
Support Groups"I don’t think it’s a benefit to talk to other people and post my business online," is what I hear others say...reactionscomments
How My Attitude Toward Medication Has ChangedIt’s been a little over 4 years since I was diagnosed with lupus and sent off to the pharmacy to pick up...reactions2comments
The Impact of Chronic Illness GriefGetting any diagnosis changes your whole world. Chronic illness grief is a bit more complicated and hits differently because its like a...reactions8comments
Difficulties of Getting a Lupus DiagnosisOn my lupus journey, it took me a number of years before I received my official diagnosis. It was a very long...reactions5comments
8 Cost Effective Ways To Improve Your HealthAs a lupus warrior with multiple diagnoses, taking care of my health is my number one priority. So, I try to do...reactionscomments
Self-Advocacy and LupusSelf-advocacy is something that has taken me a while to practice. When I first became sick with lupus symptoms I was feeling...reactions4comments
Glimmers and Triggers on Your Lupus JourneyWe all know living with lupus can be challenging. When you have to deal with unpredictable flares, symptoms and complications, I know...reactions4comments
My Experience With Lupus NephritisLiving with lupus can bring on so many emotions throughout your body. Depression, anxiety, fear, pain, and so many other feelings. Lupus...reactions11comments
5 Cleaning Strategies That Keep My Home From Getting FilthyMy cleaning tips help me keep my home cleaner, but not sparkling clean. In my opinion, it’s not realistic to have a...reactionscomments
