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How to Build a Support System When Living With Chronic Illness
November 18, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness
Living with a chronic illness can feel isolating, especially when your symptoms are invisible or unpredictable. Having the right support system makes a difference—not just in your emotional well-being, but…
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The Link Between Autoimmune Conditions and Gut-Brain Health
November 11, 2025 • Rheumatology
You may have heard the phrase “the gut is the second brain.” For people with autoimmune disease, this connection between the digestive system and the brain isn’t just a theory—it’s…
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How to Navigate Holidays With Autoimmune Disease
November 4, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness
For many, the holidays bring excitement, celebration, and tradition. But if you live with an autoimmune condition, this time of year can also bring stress, fatigue, and physical challenges. The…
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How Hormonal Changes Impact Autoimmune Symptoms
October 28, 2025 • Rheumatology
Hormones influence everything from energy levels to immune function. For people living with autoimmune conditions, hormonal shifts can have a noticeable effect on symptoms. This is especially true for women,…
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The Emotional Side of Autoimmune Disease
October 14, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness
Living with an autoimmune disease affects more than your physical health. It impacts your mind, your emotions, and your identity in ways that can be difficult to put into words….
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Understanding Sjögren’s Syndrome
October 7, 2025 • Symptoms & Diagnosis
Dry eyes and a dry mouth might not sound like a serious health concern, but when they’re persistent and paired with other symptoms, they could be signs of something more…
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Recognizing Early Signs of Autoimmune Conditions in Teens and Young Adults
September 30, 2025 • Symptoms & Diagnosis
Fatigue, aches, or mood swings might be brushed off as growing pains or stress. But for some teens and young adults, these could be early warning signs of something more…
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Nutrition Myths and Autoimmune Conditions: What to Ignore and What to Follow
September 9, 2025 • Lifestyle & Wellness
Myth 1: “One diet works for everyone with autoimmune disease” If you’ve searched the internet for autoimmune-friendly foods, you’ve likely run into bold claims, extreme diets, and confusing contradictions. While…
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Understanding Brain Fog in Autoimmune Disease
September 2, 2025 • Symptoms & Diagnosis
What does brain fog feel like? If you’ve ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there—or struggled to finish a sentence mid-thought—you’re not alone. Many people with…
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What to Expect During Your First Rheumatology Appointment
August 19, 2025 • Rheumatology
Being referred to a rheumatologist can stir up a mix of feelings, relief, anxiety, and lots of questions. If you’re dealing with unexplained joint pain, fatigue, or autoimmune symptoms, your…
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