In my case, I have been in remission for almost 1 year now. At the time I was not even familiar with the term "remission" My Rheumatologist told me due to my ANA markers showing Negative and a huge drop in my inflammation markers (well within range from what it was previously upon diagnosis) that I was in remission but I should still take my medication (Plaquenil) 1 tablet as a maintenance dose. I did however experience new symptoms 4 months after being in remission such as photo/UV light sensitivity and ringing in my ears which now a ENT confirms is Tinnitus. Overall I am better than I initially was upon diagnosis and 1 year after that. I focus on minimising my stress triggers and stay indoors during peak UV light hours. I also eat healthy and play Padel for fitness

I don’t know how people define remission. I have never been without symptoms. Just different levels and when they are light, I consider that success. Since I got on Saphnelo, this is the best it has ever been and I’m so grateful my insurance covers it. I’ve read on here how people have been in remission for 12 years or they have used diet to totally get rid of Lupus. I’ve read this but I have never actually met anyone who has experienced this. I don’t know what to think and wonder if people who state they went into complete remission actually had Lupus to begin with. I don’t know. I just know for myself, I have never returned to where I was prior to the diagnosis.