Getting Support For Lupus While Going to CollegeI know that majoring in marine biology seems like a cliché, but I had a serious interest in the subject matter. As...reactionscomments
3 Things I Struggled With After Being Diagnosed With LupusWhen the doctor said, "you have lupus,” I felt like the floor dropped out from underneath me. At our first appointment, he’d...reactions9comments
What I Learned From Lupus Advocates During Our Instagram Live EventI am continuously impressed by my fellow advocates here on Lupus.net. I enjoy reading their articles, and I'm encouraged when I learn...reactions2comments
Discussing All-Things COVID with a Lupus AdvocateCOVID has been with us for over 18 months now! It’s been tough for everyone but especially for those of us who...reactionscomments
Dysfunctional Red Blood Cells in Childhood Could Predict LupusMany doctors want to know more about lupus. However, this disease – like all autoimmune diseases – is complex. Questions remain about...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
New Test May Predict Heart Disease in People With LupusManaging their disease can be challenging and lifelong for people living with lupus. In addition to dealing with symptoms, they must also...reactions1comment
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
How I Became a Patient AdvocateDuring the first 4 years I was sick, I didn't tell anyone about my illness out of fear of rejection. Now, I...reactions1comment
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
My Lupus Flare Sent Me to the Emergency RoomTo have an autoimmune disease that comes and goes as it pleases can be very disturbing. I have had this disease for...reactions6comments
Lupus Awareness Month: The Lupus Roller CoasterTime to kick off Lupus Awareness Month this May! Throughout the month, we will be focusing on highlighting the impact lupus has...reactionscomments
Box Breathing and How It Helps With StressOur lives are filled with family obligations, work and school responsibilities, healthcare appointments, and busy schedules. Stress is a normal part of...reactions4comments
Lupus Coloring Pages to Help Alleviate StressThink back to your childhood. Maybe you were home sick from school, or the weather kept you indoors. What was a surefire...reactionscomments
Food Journaling to Decrease FlaresWhat you eat can affect how you feel. Oftentimes, as we battle lupus, we are cognizant of what medicines we put in...reactions6comments
An Interview With a Registered Nurse About Treating Chronically Ill PatientsWhen I first met my sister-in-law Allison in 2012, I was impressed to hear she was a nurse. I always wanted to...reactions2comments
Lupus Makes Me Feel LonelySometimes walking on this lupus journey can be so lonely. It sucks the life out of you and makes you feel ostracized...reactions7comments
Lupus and Pulmonary Function TestsWhen I was first diagnosed, I had various symptoms, and many of them related to my lungs. I had shortness of breath...reactionscomments
Money Woes and LupusIt's gotten so hard these days to look at my bank account. With the rising cost of everything, living in NYC plus...reactions2comments
How My Appearance Has Changed Due to LupusAs we age, it's obvious that our physical appearance changes–it’s part of life. However, I have noticed, particularly within the last 5...reactions7comments
