When I was first diagnosed with lupus, I had no idea there are certain supplements, over-the-counter medicine or prescription medicine that I couldn’t take. I learned the hard way to read labels and to check twice if I can take a certain supplement and/or medicine. I compiled a list of 4 things to avoid with…
10/11/2021
We have already talked about planning the pregnancy and being pregnant. We are missing the last piece of the puzzle – what happens after childbirth. Can I have a natural birth? Will my lupus flare up after giving birth? Is it true that I will have to take high doses of medication after childbirth? Can…
06/04/2021
What medication is safe to take during pregnancy? Can women on biologic treatment become pregnant? Can lupus flare up during pregnancy? How can you ensure a healthy pregnancy? I answer these questions with dr. Laura Andreoli in our second episode in the Pregnancy with lupus series.
06/04/2021
Finding prince charming can be a daunting task. When you finally find the one, true love, you want to start a family. It may not be so easy because there is this big shadow over your head called lupus. Now, let me tell you some good news. Women with lupus can have children. There are…
20/02/2021
Can lupus cause infertility in women? Although it may be difficult for a woman with SLE to become pregnant during a severe flare, women who have lupus have normal fertility rates. “Women should receive counselling about fertility If you wish to have a baby, either now or in the future, you should discuss general and…
20/02/2021
“Women with lupus should be counselled about the use of effective contraception Your doctor should talk to you about your contraceptive options, including the pill, a coil, or an implant. Using contraceptives is especially important to prevent unwanted pregnancies when your disease is very active or when you are taking drugs that could be dangerous…
20/02/2021
In 2017 the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR) introduced EULAR recommendations for women’s health and the management of family planning, assisted reproduction, pregnancy and menopause in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and/or antiphospholipid syndrome. These 12 recommendations move away from undue caution against pregnancy for women with lupus. On the contrary, health professionals…
20/02/2021
It can be difficult to live with lupus. Especially when you feel like you are attracting everything the wind blows you way. Have you also noticed that a certain part of your body gets attacked more often than others? Mine is the urinary tract. It seems to be the most vulnerable. Let me summarize what…
09/02/2021
You probably know there is something called sleep hygiene. This can be defined as the principles you should follow when you want to sleep well at night.The results of my unscientific, spontaneous survey show that even though you sleep more than 8 hours a night, it is not always a good night’s sleep. The reasons…
25/01/2021