The Lupus Chronicles

After 23 blood and 2 urine tests, I got a text message a few days ago. All it said was that my provider submitted a referral. It didn't...

This opinion is based on ignorance related to lupus skin conditions, especially the butterfly rash. Although it kind of looks like a...

CAM refers to Complimentary Alternative Medicine. Basically, it's everything that's a mind-body approach that doesn't fit into the...

You can't. If someone tells you otherwise, they are either misinformed or trying to sell a miracle cure/book/course, etc. I know it's...

I have a very tiny family. Basically one husband haha. My family and all my friends live in a different country. I do have wonderful...

I really don't like this, but it is what it is. I have several hobbies including crocheting, coloring, video editing, and writing. All of...

When I got the diagnosis, I decided that I would not get crazy about it. My life and I are not defined by an illness. Then I realized...

I try to make every weekend a self-care weekend. Before my diagnosis, I had always promised myself that I would do something for myself....

Anemia is very common among lupus patients. As I wrote in a previous post, I am a member of that club. I have iron and vitamin D...

In a nutshell, the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) diet is based on eliminating certain foods that may contribute to inflammation. For example,...

Mediterranean diet is a heart-healthy diet that is recommended to prevent diseases, such as cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and...

Before my second appointment with my rheumatologist, I began to do research regarding lifestyle changes. Well, of course, a healthy...

Everything started when I came back from visiting my friends and family in Hungary. That week was extremely emotional, even traumatic for...