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The Honest Truth About Controlling Lupus, Part 2: Two Major Obstacles

Posted on October 14, 2016

Earlier we shared four of the most common lupus flare triggers discussed by members of MyLupusTeam. Now we are sharing the two most talked about obstacles to controlling lupus: drug efficacy and side effects, and changing symptoms.

At MyLupusTeam, we believe that if you are diagnosed with lupus, it should be easy for you to connect with and get perspective from others like you. You’re not alone and you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.

The infographic below represents what members of MyLupusTeam have experienced as the two most common obstacles to controlling lupus, as well as four strategies members use to control their lupus.

Posted on October 14, 2016
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