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Living with Lupus: Managing Other People’s Feelings When You Are Ill
Sometimes the hardest part of telling others that you have lupus is managing how they deal with your news. Read more about the complex emotions that can arise from a lupus diagnosis. Introduction Fear of the Unknown Vulnerability Trust Jealousy Guilt and Shame In Conclusion Introduction Having a chronic disease like lupus can be difficult, to say the…
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Increasing Lupus Awareness Through Local and National Advocacy
Advocating for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) when you are dealing with its symptoms can seem daunting. There are ways you can advocate, however, that still can garner the attention this chronic illness needs while taking care of yourself in the process. Introduction Preparing Yourself for Advocacy The Many Shapes of Advocacy In Conclusion Introduction When…
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Exercise and Lupus – At Home or at the Gym?
You want to be successful when starting any exercise regime, and you probably want it to be convenient, comfortable, affordable and motivating especially when you are already challenged with lupus. Avoiding additional stress will help you to stay engaged and in a regular routine. You may be asking yourself, however, where’s the best place to…
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Yoga and Lupus – Presence of Mind, Presence of Being
I used to think that yoga was a one-size-fits-all program, but that it would never quite fit me. Suffering from back and knee pain, a traditional yoga practice seemed out of reach to me and would only exacerbate the discomfort I already experienced – when it was supposed to do the exact opposite. Now, I…
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Stretching Your Way to Fitness While Living with Lupus
Beginning any exercise routine may seem like an insurmountable feat if you have lupus. Having the energy to throw together dinner or do some laundry can be daunting and can exacerbate fatigue, joint stiffness and pain – so exercise may be the furthest thing from your mind these days. Easing into a fitness routine such…
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Easing into a Fitness Routine When You Have Lupus
Thinking of starting an exercise routine can seem more daunting than the workout itself. Are you contemplating YouTube videos or joining the local gym? Trying to decide between Zumba or Pilates? Stretch pants or yoga pants? Toss in the fact that you have lupus and do you wonder if you’ll even have the energy to…
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Lupus and Intimacy
Introduction Defining Intimacy The Physical Barriers to Intimacy The Emotional Barriers to Intimacy Ways to Improve Intimacy In Conclusion Introduction Living with lupus can affect you physically and emotionally. It can also affect the way you view your self-image, and how you feel (good or bad) about sex and intimacy. Fatigue, joint pain, depression and certain lupus medications may all interfere with…
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Expressing Gratitude When Living with Lupus
Introduction The Chemistry of Gratitude Gratitude and Overall Well-Being 5 Ways to Experience and Express More Gratitude In Conclusion “An attitude of gratitude brings great things. – Yogi Bhajan” Introduction How many of us take gratitude for granted? I’ll be the first to admit that I do. I often forget that being grateful extends…
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Cutaneous Lupus
Contents: What is lupus? What are the four types of lupus? What are the different types of cutaneous lupus? Who gets cutaneous lupus and how does it relate to systemic lupus? Is cutaneous lupus contagious? How is it diagnosed and treated? Tips and Advice In Conclusion What is lupus? Lupus is a widespread and chronic…
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Vitamin D Deficiency and Lupus
If you have lupus, it is likely that you have been advised to take vitamin D as a supplement to your other therapies. Since those with lupus often must avoid direct sunlight, the primary way that vitamin D is produced naturally, it is a common deficiency that can lead to poor bone health – among…