The Lupus and Autoimmune Blog

Summer has set in for the Northern Hemisphere and a lot of people are planning on taking a trip abroad for the first time since the pandemic began. Traveling can be a hugely exciting experience. But the reality is often a little more complicated for those of us with chronic illnesses. Standing in long lines […]

My dad keeps telling people my hair is falling out. I have an autoimmune disorder called Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease, which causes me chronic muscle spasms; constant pain; weakness that sometimes prevents me from walking, showering or even getting out of bed; migraines; vomiting; tremors; episodes of depersonalization/derealization; and telogen effluvium, but sure, yes, my […]

The entire LupusChick team is excited to announce that this Spring’s College Stipend award is now open thanks to the generosity and support of this season’s donor, Christopher Johnson. Christopher has donated this stipend in honor of his beautiful wife, Ada, who passed away from Lupus on November 30, 2019. Before we get into the […]

Chronic pain affects about one in five people in the U.S., making it challenging, if not impossible to work, form social connections, or enjoy the little things in life. Chronic pain is linked to conditions such as arthritis, injuries, lupus and other elusive causes. While there are medications to treat chronic pain, there are also […]

Many people might have only learned about Lupus when singer Selena Gomez revealed it was the reason she had a kidney transplant in 2017. However, an estimated 1.5 million Americans are currently living with Lupus. Whether you have recently received a diagnosis or know someone who has, you probably have a lot of questions. Here are […]

Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with Lupus for years, having a chronic illness like Lupus can take a toll on your mental health. According to a 2017 study, 1 in 4 Lupus patients have signs of depression and 40% of Lupus patients have anxiety. However Lupus affects your mental health, know […]