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
IBS and Talking About the UncomfortableI have never hesitated to share my lupus with anyone. I'm a very open person, and nothing was off-limits when it came...reactionscomments
My Experience With Digestive Issues and LupusAs we all know, our lupus symptoms can vary so much and will effect us all differently. I have found that it...reactions16comments
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
Lupus and Thyroid Eye DiseaseGetting a diagnosis of an autoimmune disease like thyroid eye disease (TED) can leave you with some unanswered questions. Your doctor will...reactionscomments
Living With Fibromyalgia And ASWhen you live with ankylosing spondylitis, the pain is constant. Not to mention the brain fog, extreme fatigue, stiffness, trouble sleeping, and...reactionscomments
Body PositivityBody positivity can not only influence a woman to love herself, but it can also change the outlook on how she loves...reactionscomments
Overlooked and Underrepresented: The Need to Bring Lupus to the ForefrontOftentimes people are fast to talk about their support for other health issues. Health issues are important and talked about consistently. Think...reactionscomments
Elements to a Healthy Mindset to Fight LupusIt’s hard to change your mindset when you are dealing with pain every day. It becomes a task that can sometimes feel...reactions5comments
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
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
How Are You Feeding Your Mind As You Battle Lupus?Lupus can really play tricks with our minds. It can have us thinking that we can't do anything in our lives. Sometimes...reactions7comments
Loving Yourself Beyond Lupus"To be beautiful means to be yourself. You don't need to be accepted by others; you need to accept yourself." –Thich Nhat...reactions8comments
Standing Ovation To Our Support TeamDealing with lupus or any chronic illness is difficult and can be even more difficult without the proper support team. There is...reactions1comment
Show Up for Yourself on Your Lupus JourneyOften, on our lupus journey, we forget about ourselves. We give so much to everyone in our lives. We are ultimately neglecting...reactions2comments
Can Lupus be Fatal?Can lupus become fatal? Yes, for some people, lupus can become fatal. Lupus causes many complications with health issues. It is dangerous...reactions1comment
I Almost Missed My Second Chance at LifeFor 4 years, 8 months, and 11 days, I anticipated receiving "the call." The call is what just about every dialysis patient...reactions16comments
Getting Disability After Getting a Denial LetterWhen I first had my kidney failure, I never thought that I could even get insurance because I was denied the first...reactions5comments
Lupus and DepressionEveryone knows the feeling of being sad, disappointed, or stressed. These feelings are normal, especially after a negative experience like a falling...reactionscomments
What Happens When a Family Member Gets COVID?A few days after returning home from a family vacation, my dad started to feel ill. His throat was itchy, and he...reactions1comment