Understanding Lupus Research
Scientists are studying lupus in many ways. Here’s what you need to know.
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Comprender las investigaciones de lupus
Los científicos estudian el lupus de muchas formas. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: Why COPD Is the 6th Leading Cause of Death in the U.S.
Jean Wright, CEO of the COPD Foundation, and Demeshia Montgomery, COPD patient advocate, share a powerful conversation on battling COPD and the fight for awareness
The Great Girlfriends Podcast: The Surprising Signs Your Body Might Be Battling Lupus
Jessica Williams, Ph.D., and patient advocate Tracy Wilson uncover silent symptoms, Tracy’s life-changing diagnosis journey, and the path to thriving with lupus
Navigating a Rare Disease
From diagnosis to treatment, people living with rare diseases face many obstacles. But recent advancements in technology and research are trying to change that.
I'm Tired of ME/CFS Being Misunderstood
I’m using my voice to advocate for myself and the millions of people living with myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Type 2 Inflammation and Nasal Polyps
Knowing the connection between inflammation and nasal polyps may help you understand your symptoms
La inflamación de tipo 2 y los pólipos nasales
Saber la conexión entre la inflamación y los pólipos nasales podría ser útil para que comprendas tus síntomas
How Is Lupus Diagnosed?
What you need to know about the tests available for lupus and what the results mean for you
¿Cómo se diagnostica el lupus?
Lo que debes saber acerca de las pruebas disponibles para detectar lupus y lo que los resultados significan para ti
Common Types of Lupus
Lupus can affect the whole body, and understanding the different types may help you handle your symptoms
Tipos frecuentes de lupus
El lupus puede afectar todo el cuerpo y entender los varios tipos podría ser útil para que controles tus síntomas
Everything you need to know about women’s health — in one place.
Doctors Dismissed My Breathing Issues — But It Was Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
When a GI finally took my symptoms seriously, I was diagnosed with a chronic esophagus disorder
Doctores ignoraron mis dificultades para respirar, pero era esofagitis eosinofílica (EEo)
Cuando una gastroenteróloga finalmente consideró mis síntomas seriamente, me diagnosticaron un trastorno esofágico crónico
When My Son Was Diagnosed With EoE, Our Family’s World Was Turned Upside Down
A supportive medical team is crucial — as is a sense of humor
Cuando le diagnosticaron EEo a mi hijo, el mundo de nuestra familia se puso de cabeza.
Un equipo médico solidario es crucial, al igual que un buen sentido del humor
What You Need to Know About COPD and Menopause
Hormonal changes may increase the risk for serious lung conditions
I Lived with Undiagnosed Lupus for Years — Because Doctors Refused to Test Me for It
They didn’t take me seriously until the disease had all but destroyed me
I Still Live a Full and Active Life with Lupus
My days may look a bit different than I imagined, but my life is filled with joy and purpose
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Todavía disfruto una vida activa y plena con lupus
Mis días pueden ser un poco diferentes de lo que imaginé, pero mi vida está llena de alegría y propósito
Autoimmune Disease & Women
Most people with an autoimmune disease are women. Here’s what you need to know.
The High Cost of Living with Lupus
Lupus can devastate women’s health and finances — particularly for those from marginalized communities
El alto costo de vivir con lupus
El lupus puede devastar la salud y las finanzas de las mujeres, particularmente de mujeres de comunidades marginadas
My Ear Infection Turned Out to Be a Rare Disease
I was treated for an ear infection — then cancer — before I was finally diagnosed with a rare disease called IgG4-RD