True lupus Warriors

Aigner Wallace

The Dairy Wake-Up Call: How Dairy Triggered My Inflammation and What I’m Doing About It

For the past two weeks, I’ve been feeling… off. Swollen knees and elbows are normal for me—thanks to my chronic conditions—but suddenly, I was hit with constant gas, bloating, fibromyalgia pain, stiffness, and even sharp chest pain, which I recognized as a pericarditis flare. I couldn’t figure out what had changed. I thought I was […]

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My Experience with the Medtronic Spinal Cord Stimulator Trial

For the past year, I’ve been dealing with pericarditis, which is inflammation of the pericardium—the sac that lines the heart. It’s been a rough ride with shortness of breath and sporadic chest pain throughout the day. I’ve had to go to the emergency room multiple times because of it. The doctors could see the fluid

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Celebrity Warrior: Sarah Hyland’s Battle with Kidney Dysplasia

Sarah Hyland, best known for her role as Haley Dunphy on the hit TV show “Modern Family,” has faced significant health challenges throughout her life. Diagnosed with kidney dysplasia, Hyland’s journey is one of incredible strength and resilience, inspiring many who struggle with chronic illnesses. Understanding Kidney Dysplasia Kidney dysplasia is a congenital condition in

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Ava: Credit Building

Living with a chronic illness like lupus can be a full-time challenge, both physically and financially. The medical expenses, frequent treatments, and unforeseen health-related costs can strain your finances and impact your credit score. Maintaining a good credit score is essential for financial stability and peace of mind. Ava, a powerful credit-building app designed to

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Celebrity Warrior: Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez is more than just a multi-talented celebrity—she’s a warrior. Known for her incredible singing, acting, and producing career, Selena has also become an advocate for mental health and chronic illness awareness, particularly as someone living with lupus. Her journey from small-town beginnings to global stardom, while managing a chronic illness, is both inspiring

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