A Turning Point with LupusHave you ever thought about how to deal with lupus? Like, just really hitting that point in your fight when it’s not...reactionscomments
Fatigue: 1, Me: 0For as long as I can remember, I have experienced fatigue in a way that seemed so ...abnormal. I wasn’t just tired...reactionscomments
Lupus and Anxiety: Definition, Cause, and Impact On LupusResearch shows that 37 percent of people living with lupus will also deal with anxiety.. It is felt that this is due...reactionscomments
From Lupus to Menopause, Part 2The words "you are bleeding out" will hit anyone like a ton of bricks. It was the possibility of death that scared...reactions2comments
Pregnancy ScareAm I the only one who gets pregnancy scares with lupus? Now that I have a child, I do not know whether...reactionscomments
When Family and Friends Do Not Accept Your Illness"Chronic illness will show you two things very clearly: the amazing compassion of some people you hardly know at all, and the...reactionscomments
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
Exercise IntoleranceI contracted mono (Epstein-Barr virus) at the age of 22 when my health problems began. I was fit and healthy before this...reactionscomments
From Lupus to Menopause: The Slippery Slope of Lupus Issues, Part 1All aboard, next mood swing in t-minus 6 minutes. Is it hot in here? Wait, have you seen my glasses, my keys...reactionscomments
Tips for Wearing Makeup With LupusWearing makeup can make you feel beautiful and relaxed, but when should you wear makeup, and how? Around 2016, when I was...reactions6comments
Restless Legs and the Endless Search for RestOver the past decade, I have experienced varying levels of restless leg syndrome (RLS). When it’s been at its most severe, during...reactions2comments
Let the Notes Take the Pain AwayImagine, you are driving down the expressway in morning rush hour traffic. The red lights from the cars in front of you...reactions1comment
DepressionEditor’s note: Content warning – This article includes experiences with suicidal thoughts. I just recently entered a depression stage where it is...reactionscomments
How I Balance Work and LupusI’m 3 hours away from the end of my workday when I realized I’m in steroid withdrawal. Sweat beads on my forehead...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
How I Changed my Schedule to Accommodate Lupus FatigueWith a lupus diagnosis comes life changes. Sometimes these changes come in the form of pills that we have to take for...reactions3comments
Take the Managing Treatment and Medication SurveyUPDATE: The Managing Treatment and Medication Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Treatment is a big part of managing...reactionscomments
Stigma and Shame I Have EncounteredSomeone told me that I disgust them. Someone told me that I should kill myself. Someone asked me, why I would bring...reactionscomments
Lupus, Depression, and Self-Harm, Part 2Content note: This article describes experiences with self-harm. If you or a loved one are struggling, consider reading our mental health resources...reactions1comment
Exercise for People Living With LupusBetween joint pain, fatigue, and sun sensitivity, it can be difficult for people living with lupus to find the right type of...reactionscomments
