Lupus Horror Stories: Wicked Dreams Foretelling FlaresIt was a cold dark night. I could hear the wolves howling at the moon. A cool breeze came through my window...reactions6comments
What is Medical PTSD?Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is anxiety in the aftermath of a traumatic event. You may think of it happening to a...reactions3comments
Becoming HypersensitiveIt suddenly dawned on me yesterday that I have spent half of my life being sick and it’s a pretty scary thought!...reactionscomments
Living with Chronic Dry EyeMy problems with chronic dry eye appeared suddenly a few months after I was diagnosed with lupus. While on a road trip...reactionscomments
Just For A Moment I’ll ReleaseIt’s been a long time that I have had to wear a mask. Not the mask because of the pandemic but, the...reactionscomments
Can Someone With Lupus Ever Stop Taking Prednisone?Corticosteroids, also called steroids, are often used to treat lupus. Prednisone is the most commonly prescribed steroid for lupus. While it is...reactions21comments
My Diagnosis Story, Part 2During my second semester of grad school, I continued to search for a diagnosis. I was growing sicker and sicker. The brain...reactions2comments
Coping with Brain FogSince my lupus symptoms began, one of the main issues I have struggled with has been a near-constant foggy-headed feeling that seems...reactions1comment
My Experience with Prednisone and OsteoporosisJust recently I was in a car accident, my second car accident. This time my daughter and husband were in the car...reactionscomments
Me, Lupus, and ScleritisThere is so much more to lupus than meets the eye. I mean literally, lupus can meet your eyes and have an...reactions4comments
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Metabolic Changes in People With LupusA new international study published in the journal Rheumatology has shown that vitamin D deficiency may be linked to metabolic syndrome in...reactionscomments
The Stigma of Explaining Lupus to OthersThe stigma of explaining lupus to others can be overwhelming sometimes because they don’t know what you go through daily. I have...reactionscomments
Practicing Wellness To Protect Your Lupus Life, Part 1Do you ever feel like you aren’t well as you battle lupus? Does it feel like everything is coming at you all...reactionscomments
Quality of LifeThe quality of life becomes precious to anyone from birth to old age, but when you have a condition that attacks your...reactionscomments
The Link Between Lupus and Avascular NecrosisInflammation caused by lupus can impact all parts of your body, even your bones. One common health condition that happens along with...reactions20comments
It’s Important to Forgive YourselfHave you ever felt guilty for not being able to do something because of lupus? Has your guilt caused you some undue...reactionscomments
Why You Need a Lupus Role ModelWhen I first became sick with lupus, I was a twenty-year-old college student majoring in music performance. My life was filled with...reactionscomments
Facing Ignorance While Living With LupusOwning a handicap sticker should not cause you to feel shame. Some disabilities are not visible, so sometimes others will think you...reactionscomments
Misdiagnosis and Other Conditions Alongside LupusAs the saying goes, lupus invites all its friends to the party – or in this case, the body. Our 2nd Lupus...reactions7comments
Footwear and ClothingThere are different seasons for different clothing’s but especially for people living with lupus. I learned that a long time ago when...reactionscomments
