With Grace and Grit - Life with Chronic Illness
It’s widely prescribed and can be wonderfully effective. But the side effects can be wicked. Here are some tips for surviving the side effects of prednisone.
Have you ever taken prednisone? If you have a chronic illness or autoimmune disease that is inflammatory in nature – as so many are – you probably have. And taking prednisone is like balancing precariously on a double-edged sword somewhere between gratitude and madness.
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If you’ve been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease – or are waiting for a diagnosis – there are seven questions you should ask your rheumatologist.
It’s been a year and half since I was diagnosed with dermatomyositis, a rare autoimmune condition that causes fatigue, inflammation, severe muscle weakness and skin rashes. By the time I was diagnosed I had spent two weeks in the hospital – including a couple of days in intensive care.
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Ready to try the Autoimmune Protocol? Asking yourself these three questions will help you determine if starting the AIP diet is right for you.
Autoimmune diseases can’t be cured – but can be managed. And we know that we need to take an active role in managing our chronic condition. When I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease, I knew I had a long road ahead of me. And I was desperate to start feeling better. Could changing my diet help?
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With more than 100 types of autoimmune disorders, the road to diagnosing autoimmune disease looks more like an obstacle course composed of construction barricades, and dead end signs.
Any guess as to how long it takes to diagnose an autoimmune disease? According to the AARDA it takes about 4.5 years.
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