So When Are You Having Kids?Lately at every party (I guess because I’m married and 34 and childless) people ask, "so when are you going to have...reactions1comment
Cold Weather and Lupus: How To Be PreparedThe cold winter months are hard for many people, especially for those living with conditions like lupus. Sadly people who live with...reactions19comments
Can You Prioritize Physical Strength With Lupus Pain?One year ago, I began to struggle with pain and instability in my wrists. I had struggled with the pain of lupus...reactionscomments
Is Lupus Remission Possible?Lupus symptoms and flares are challenging. People living with lupus work toward better symptom management. Remission is a goal of many. Several...reactions1comment
My Neurological Lupus SymptomsComplications from lupus can result in neurological problems, that some may not understand if they are not familiar with how lupus. It...reactions2comments
A Man's Journey Through a Woman's DiseaseOne of the most pervasive myths is that lupus is solely a woman’s disease. As a man living with lupus, I navigate...reactions2comments
How I Disguise Steroid Weight GainAnyone who has ever taken steroids knows about their side effects all too well. Irritability, weird food cravings, and heartburn are just...reactions3comments
6 Budget-Friendly Ways to Stay Calm During Holiday ChaosThe holiday season can be a mix of joy, chaos, and peopling… lots of peopling! We often talk about preparing for the...reactions9comments
Experiencing Lupus Nephritis and Kidney FailureI’ve been living with a condition that has challenged my kidneys for so many years. I was diagnosed with lupus nephritis in...reactionscomments
Things You Need From Family and Friends For SupportPeople often don’t understand how a person with lupus (or any autoimmune disease) could need different kinds of support from loved ones. A...reactionscomments
Say This, Not That: What Not to Say to Your Friend With LupusOne of the hardest parts of being diagnosed with an invisible chronic illness like lupus, is that your friends and family might...reactionscomments
Real Skin IssuesHave you ever heard a lupus patient ask to keep a room as dark as possible? Most likely they are allergic to...reactions5comments
Semaglutide JourneyA while back, I shared as part of my lupus journey how I've also gone through a journey with my weight and...reactions4comments
Reluctance To Visit the Emergency Room As A Chronically Ill PatientIt was a Thursday night and I was experiencing the ravages of an ear infection that seemed to go from 0 to...reactions17comments
Are You Guilty of Doomscrolling About Lupus?I recently had a flashback from the first year after my lupus diagnosis: I was lying on the couch with high pain...reactionscomments
Please Tell SomeoneContent Note: This article mentions abuse and addiction. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our Mental Health Resources...reactionscomments
How I Get Around My Sunlight SensitivityI hadn’t experienced sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) rays until this year, despite living with lupus for the past thirteen years. I’ve learned...reactions7comments
The Vital Role of Clinical Trials in Advancing Lupus TreatmentsDespite significant progress in understanding lupus, there is no cure. Clinical trials play a crucial role in bridging this gap, offering hope...reactions5comments
The Enduring Hardships of LupusOften, my relationship with lupus feels like it’s going to take over my life. It's just too much. I recently read an...reactions19comments
The Struggle of Being a Teacher with LupusAs a teacher, the beginning of the school year is usually the most hectic time of the year for me, even though...reactionscomments
