Finding Purpose Living Through a Lupus DiagnosisI was diagnosed with lupus at the age of 16. School has always been a priority in my house. Two years before...reactions3comments
Stuck in Sinking Sand, Part 3...Another trap! I can't take it! How many times since you have opened your eyes have you felt stuck? Stuck in pain...reactionscomments
Coping With Frequent UTIs and LupusI started to research everything I could about UTIs as I realized that I needed to do something fast! I read about...reactionscomments
What Basics Are In My Hospital Bag?When you live with chronic illness or illnesses, a possible admission to the hospital is something we expect. Those who have spent...reactionscomments
4 Ways I Advocate For Myself At The ER or Urgent CareAs someone living with lupus, there are times you have an urgent matter that needs immediate attention. When your doctor is not...reactions2comments
Lupus and My Second COVID Vaccine DosePlease ask your medical professional if the Covid vaccine is suitable for you. The following is my experience under the care of...reactions1comment
What Does Life With Lupus Look Like In 5 Years?Looking at Facebook on my phone, I see a post that reads, “What would you do if you had a glimpse for...reactionscomments
Hidradenitis Suppurativa and LupusHave you ever heard of Hidradenitis suppurativa? It is a chronic skin disease that causes painful, boil-like lumps that form under the...reactionscomments
My COVID Vaccine Experience, Part 2As I maneuvered my car past the line of people trailing into the hospital, I felt a sense of deja vu. Same...reactions2comments
My COVID Vaccine Experience, Part 1After quarantining for 9 months, I was excited when immunocompromised people were scheduled to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in my state. As...reactions1comment
Sharing My Lupus DiagnosisWhen I first got my lupus diagnosis, I was very hesitant about who I would share the news with. I feared the...reactionscomments
Dealing with a Lupus Flare After Covid RecoveryIt’s crazy to think that having Covid was not as bad compared to a lupus flare. When I got hit with Covid...reactions2comments
Canceling Holiday Plans Is Never EasyCanceling is never part of the plan, but it does happen. People with lupus are familiar with this and the kind of...reactions2comments
Feeling Anxious About New Year’s CostsMany people seem to be swirling with purpose on New Year's Day. This feeling seems to start around the end of December...reactions9comments
Decorating for Christmas On a Budget With LupusAffording Christmas decorations when you have lupus isn't always easy. Fortunately, you can find many different decor options at Dollar Tree and...reactions3comments
Tips for Hosting or Traveling for the HolidaysWe know that the holidays can zap your energy and leave us feeling drained, whether you are hosting or traveling for family...reactions3comments
Tips for Practicing Self-Care Around the HolidaysPracticing self-care is necessary to get through challenging times with chronic illnesses like lupus. It can be difficult to find time for...reactions7comments
Wearing a Heart Monitor for a WeekLupus can go after any part of the body; it’s notorious for going after the kidneys. But in many cases, it affects...reactions2comments
What Is the Social Health Network Community?Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Gift Guide For People With Chronic IllnessesFinding gifts for others can be extremely hard. But, finding gifts for loved ones with chronic illness can be even harder. Here...reactions4comments
