The Lupus and Autoimmune Blog

Did you feel a sense of despair and isolation when you were first diagnosed? Did you have difficulty talking to others about an illness you knew nothing about and for which there is no cure? It is only natural to feel this way and It can be difficult to put into words all the feelings […]

You are invited to the FREE Virtual 2021 Lupus Scientific and Patient Education Symposium, brought to you by The Lupus Foundation of New England. This year’s amazing agenda includes both physicians and patient advocates, including LupusChick’s Founder, Marisa, who will be speaking in the afternoon about hope and wholeness. Register at www.lupusne.org and join us […]

Hi LupusChicks (and LupusDudes!), we have a wonderful announcement that we are so excited to share with you. Our ever-popular educational stipend is back once again thanks to some amazing people and the dear life of Christi Kay Henderson. The LupusChick/Christi Kay Henderson Educational Stipend will gift two people living with lupus, who are currently […]

If you live with any chronic illness, you have most likely heard these or similar phrases in the past: “We see something on your CT Scan that should not be there.”  “We are concerned about your kidneys.”  “We have to investigate why you are having chest pains.”  “I don’t know if your hair will grow […]

Are you currently in a season where you think back to the things you used to take part in before you were diagnosed with a chronic illness? Have you experienced the loss of friends or once beloved activities? If so, keep reading. I have a story to share with you… I facilitated a support group […]

What is Lupus Nephritis?  Lupus Nephritis is a condition that can occur when you have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus  (SLE). SLE is an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and damage to your skin,  joints, heart, brain and kidneys. This specific type of kidney damage is called Lupus Nephritis, also called Glomerulonephritis.  SLE triggers your immune […]