D.D.'s story
I was diagnosed with lupus about 20 years ago. Lupus is a form of RA. At first it was hard because doctors didn't know what was going on. Even though I have had lupus for about 20 flare ups, food allergies change so the best thing to do is to stay informed. I have recently become allergic to garlic and being in the sun too long can course a flare up.
God is good! I pay attention to my body, so I know when I am having a flare up. When I feel a flare up, I contact my doctor and we can try to prevent some of the pain and other symptoms. We have to stay strong and try to manage our lives the best we can.
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