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How One Working Mom is Moving through Her Life with Lupus

From finding a diagnosis in a maze of seemingly invisible symptoms, this New York powerhouse found her way forward.

After finding a Lupus diagnosis in a maze of seemingly invisible symptoms, this New York powerhouse mom found her way forward.
Complementary and Alternative Treatments for Lupus

Acupuncture, Dietary Supplements, and Massage:  Will They Work?

Should you try alternative treatments to relieve your lupus symptoms? Find out in this article your options.
Lupus Causes

What Triggers Lupus?  What are the Risk Factors?

While the medical community doesn't know exactly what causes lupus, they have some clues. Read about lupus triggers and risk factors.
Tips for Coping with the Emotional Side of Lupus

Counseling, Journalling, and Support Groups Can Help

You're probably already well-aware that lupus comes with emotional effects: How do you deal with them? Learn the best ways to cope in this article.
6 Lifestyle Tips for Lupus

How Exercise, Dieting, and Relaxation Can Help Combat Your Lupus.

6 lifestyle tips for people with lupus: What can you do every day to help control this condition? Article reviewed by a rheumatologist from the Mayo Clinic.
A Closer Look at Lupus Treatments

Medications to treat symptoms and suppress your immune system, along with some alternative therapies.

Lupus treatment includes NSAIDs, steroids, and other drugs that suppress the immune system.
Diagnosing Lupus

Your doctor will try to rule out several other conditions by doing a number of tests.

Learn more about what goes into the complex process of a lupus diagnosis.
Understanding Lupus

An inflammatory disease that causes your immune system to attack its own tissues.

Lupus occurs when the immune system makes antibodies that attack healthy cells, creating inflammation and many other symptoms including pain.
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