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...reactions17comments
Lupus and My Medication JourneySince getting diagnosed with lupus in July 2017, I have been on a medication adventure. I learned early on that there was...reactionscomments
Dispelling the Misconception: "Men Don’t Have Lupus"In 1990, my mother and I attended our first lupus symposium. A rheumatologist gave a shocking presentation. The Lupus Foundation of America...reactions9comments
8 Tips To Overcome Scanxiety With LupusDealing with lupus, we have a team of doctors we see frequently. We have multiple labs and urinalyses, and some even have...reactions2comments
My Struggle With Insulin ResistanceI sat in my doctor’s office as the 1,000 grams of Solu-Medrol dripped down the clear IV tube and into my arm...reactions1comment
5 R’s of Lupus to Get Through a Rough DayEvery day with lupus can present some difficult moments. One day you are on top of the world. The next day you are...reactions8comments
10 Gentle Daily Reminders for Lupus WarriorsLupus is a difficult condition to live with and thrive beyond. Therefore, it's important that you remind yourself of the good things...reactionscomments
Exercise for People Living With LupusBetween joint pain, fatigue, and sun sensitivity, it can be difficult for people living with lupus to find the right type of...reactionscomments
