Racial Disparities in LupusLupus, also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a disorder that happens when your immune system attacks your own organs and...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...reactions22comments
The Anti-Inflammatory Diet on a BudgetEating healthy does not have to be expensive or complicated! I used to think that eating healthy meant going to Whole Foods...reactions9comments
Would I Be Someone Different Without Lupus?Do you ever feel like lupus is chiseling away at who you are? One chip at a time – getting closer to...reactions17comments
What Is The Connection Between Lupus and My Painful Periods?Getting that time of the month sucks for every girl. But dealing with a period can feel even harder when you have...reactions3comments
10 Things About Lupus No One Warned Me AboutLiving with lupus can be very challenging. Before lupus, I never thought I would have any health issues. When I was diagnosed...reactions43comments
7 Tips For Those Newly Diagnosed With LupusReceiving a lupus diagnosis changes your life in an instant. One day you are healthy and the next you're living with a...reactionscomments
Who's On My Care Team As A Lupus Patient?Dealing with lupus and other chronic illnesses, I have a huge care team. It’s definitely not something to brag about but it...reactions11comments
Dealing with my DiagnosisIt's been almost 4.5 years since I got my official diagnosis but, I still vividly remember that day. I was so anxious...reactions12comments
5 Topics to Discuss With Your RheumatologistWant to get the most out of your appointments with your rheumatologist? Here are 5 key topics to discuss together. Prepare this...reactions2comments
How To Tell If Your Doctor Is a Good DoctorDoctors often dismiss, fail to take seriously, or even gaslight many new patients with autoimmune diseases, particularly young women. During the year...reactions3comments
Lupus, Advocacy, and the Push for Health Equity: Why Our Voices MatterFor those of us living with lupus, healthcare is personal. From seeing specialists to managing medications, we know how much these decisions...reactionscomments
Medical GaslightingGetting any type of diagnosis can be hard, but it's even harder when symptoms cannot be visibly seen but only felt by...reactions55comments
Advocating For Your Health Beyond Healthcare DisparitiesHave you ever felt like some doctors are not listening to you? Sometimes I feel like they have already judged me before...reactions25comments
Discrimination May Mean Life and Death: Being a Gay Man with LupusStruggling to fight bias is a common theme as a black gay man living with lupus. I was a shy teen, but...reactions12comments
Dressing with Lupus: 12 Tips for Flare Days and Pain ManagementLupus has its challenges and nothing is more disheartening than not having the basic human functions on a flare day. Flares can...reactions18comments
Types of Exercise for People Living With Lupus, Part 3Exercise can not only improve the quality of life for people who are healthy, but exercise can decrease pain, fatigue, depression, and...reactionscomments
Types of Exercise for People Living With Lupus, Part 4Exercise can not only improve the quality of life for people who are healthy, but exercise can decrease pain, fatigue, depression and...reactionscomments
Types of Exercise for People Living With Lupus, Part 1Exercise can not only improve the quality of life for people who are healthy, but exercise can decrease pain, fatigue, depression and...reactions2comments
Types of Exercise for People Living With Lupus, Part 2As you progress and continue your exercise journey, you will find moving will become easier. In the first video, we looked at...reactionscomments
