Discrimination Against AppearancesThe discrimination in the world is wild. You might have noticed through my articles that appearance has been an issue for me...reactions3comments
What Can I Eat After a Kidney Transplant?Knowing what to eat after receiving a kidney transplant can be difficult. Diets during dialysis and before surgery may be very restrictive...reactionscomments
4 Items I Wish I Would Have Researched Before Moving CitiesMoving is a part of life. Whether it’s a new job, family, or circumstance. Moving is a hard reality of life. Many...reactionscomments
My Experiences With Depression From BenlystaDespite my best efforts, Benlysta and I cannot get along. Benlysta (belimumab) is a biologic medication explicitly made for lupus. After relying...reactions9comments
Accepting Lupus After Your Mourning PeriodBeing diagnosed with lupus was probably one of most difficult moments you have had to deal with. You most likely had a...reactions5comments
Educating Others and Rising Above StigmaSometimes it's not that easy to walk around with an autoimmune disease in the world because no one understands. Just recently, this...reactions4comments
Lupus, Depression, and Self-HarmContent note: This article describes experiences with self-harm. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactions1comment
Lupus, Depression, and Self-Harm, Part 2Content note: This article describes experiences with self-harm. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactions1comment
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
Cabin Trip Lupus Flare UpSo, I went on a trip to the cabin for my mother’s birthday. I noticed many things that my mother and I...reactions7comments
The Effects of Being a Caretaker with LupusBeing a caretaker and someone that has lupus can be overwhelming. Of course, I am a mother of a 2-year-old and a...reactions5comments
Things I am Tired of People Saying Because I Have a Chronic IllnessThere are so many things that I am tired of saying because of my autoimmune disease. Most of it relates to spousal...reactions6comments
What Lupus Has Taught MeAt times it feels like I can't speak about anything but the pains of lupus. I get stuck in the pattern of...reactions17comments
Why I Tried Ketamine for My DepressionTreating depression can be a complicated journey. Not every medication works for every person, and the process of finding the right treatment...reactions3comments
Lupus Lies to Protect Your PeaceHow many times have you lied about how you feel as you battle lupus? For me, I can't even count the number...reactions6comments
How To Tell if You're With a Supportive Partner, Part 2A lupus diagnosis can feel like being suddenly abandoned in a foreign land. You thought you understood how your body interacted with...reactions4comments
What To Expect When You Take ImmunosuppressantsLupus is an autoimmune disease. This means that instead of attacking invading germs, the body's immune system attacks its own skin and...reactions6comments
Antiphospholipid SyndromeAntiphospholipid antibody syndrome can be a tricky condition when it comes to dealing with lupus. Why? It occurs when your immune system...reactions5comments
Tips for a Vacation with Kids and LupusYears ago, I heard someone say that going on vacation is just going out to eat in different cities. I disagreed with...reactionscomments
How To Stay Positive When You Feel Like CrapA question I often get asked as a lupus patient, along with "Why is your hair so messy?" and "How much coffee...reactions9comments
