Finding a Good RheumatologistPeople who have chronic health conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (AS) or other similar diseases might be advised by their regular doctor or...reactionscomments
How I Host the Holidays Without FlaringIt's that time of year again: stockings hung over a crackling fireplace, mistletoe decorating the doorways, and carols sounding over the loudspeakers...reactions3comments
The Risk of Blood Clots With LupusIn a previous article, I spoke about my personal experience of having a possible DVT (deep vein thrombosis). Still, I wanted to...reactions1comment
My Experience On BenlystaSo, I started Benlysta a few months back and I wanted to see how it does with my body. Again, my doctor...reactionscomments
Ovarian Cysts and LupusI hope I am not alone when I say that an ovarian cyst can be very painful. Ovarian cysts are fluid-filled sacs...reactionscomments
My Experience With the Mirena IUDMirena is a hormone-releasing IUD that prevents pregnancy for up to 6 years. It is also prescribed for women who have heavy...reactions1comment
10 Ways to Start Your Own Support or Advocacy GroupHave you ever thought about starting your own support or advocacy group? Maybe in your area, lupus is not as well-known as...reactions2comments
Lupus May Affect Gut BacteriaIn the last few years, there has been a lot of research on how gut health affects people. Doctors have studied how...reactions3comments
The Hormone Connection to LupusI’ve always been interested as to why there is such a higher ratio of women who get diagnosed with lupus than men...reactions3comments
4 Tips to Help You Sleep BetterDo you have trouble sleeping? Sometimes lupus can affect your sleep. With the pain, medication, and extreme fatigue, sleep can evade us...reactions24comments
How I Manage Money While Living with LupusDuring the year I spent relearning to walk and speak after a severe lupus flare, I made the decision to leave my...reactions3comments
3 Ways To Feel a Little BetterSometimes, the little things can make you feel a little better on those rough lupus days. I’ve found out if I hydrate...reactionscomments
Lupus and Domestic AbuseContent Note: This article describes domestic abuse. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources page...reactions1comment
Carpe Diem, Goals, and LupusI know that my days are numbered, and I have no idea how high that number goes. It’s not fun to think...reactions18comments
Lupus and Vitamin DI never realized just how important vitamin D is in our bodies until I experienced becoming extremely deficient. I had been feeling...reactions7comments
Lupus May Increase Risk for Gestational DiabetesMost people living with lupus have successful pregnancies and births. Modern medicine has made it safer than ever to be pregnant with...reactions1comment
Lupus.net Celebrates 1 YearIt is hard to believe that just 1 year ago, we launched Lupus.net. Happy anniversary to our community members! Lupus.net was created...reactionscomments
Self-Care During The COVID PandemicThere has never been a better time for us to start thinking about what we can do as individuals to ensure what...reactions1comment
Community Views: Tips for Those Newly Diagnosed With LupusReceiving a lupus diagnosis often leads to a big question: “Now what?” It is true that learning what life with lupus looks...reactions1comment
Patient RightsWhen someone goes to the doctor, they believe they have the utmost respect from their doctors and they really do not. Imagine...reactions1comment
