Understanding Methotrexate: Yes, It’s Low-Dose Chemo — and That Matters When you hear the word chemotherapy, what comes to mind? For most people, it’s cancer treatment — a difficult, often overwhelming process involving high doses of medication, hair loss, nausea, and fatigue. But what many don’t realize is that chemotherapy drugs aren’t used only for cancer. One medication…
Tag: Autoimmune Journey
Supporting Loved Ones with Chronic Illness: A Guide
How to Support a Loved One with Chronic Illness (Without Losing Your Mind or Theirs)Because casseroles are nice, but compassion is better Hey there, soul tribe! Let’s talk about something near and dear to many of our spoons — chronic illness and chronic pain. Whether your bestie has fibro, your partner is navigating an autoimmune rollercoaster, or…
Navigating Perimenopause with Prednisone and Zepbound
When Prednisone, Zepbound & Perimenopause Walk Into a Bar… Let’s talk about what it’s like when your body decides to throw a full-blown hormonal tantrum, complete with party favors like perimenopause, a fiery autoimmune flare, and the not-so-fabulous trio: Prednisone, Zepbound, and Tremfya. Sprinkle in your monthly cycle for extra flair, and you’ve basically got…
Trial and Error: 5 Years of Medication for Chronic Illness
5 Years of Medication Mayhem — A Chronic Illness UpdateCan you believe it’s been five years of med-hopping, body-battling, and playing pharmaceutical roulette? And three years since Cimzia kicked off its short-lived reign of terror. Time flies when your immune system refuses to chill. 🌀 Cimzia actually started out strong — my skin was like, “Okay, I see you!”…
Navigating Diet Choices: Inflammation vs. Blood Sugar
Managing diet when dealing with chronic illnesses, autoimmune disorders, and potential hereditary concerns is like walking a tightrope. For those of us with conditions like Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA), Hughes Syndrome (Antiphospholipid Syndrome), Fibromyalgia, possible Lupus, and other autoimmune disorders, an anti-inflammatory diet can make a world of difference. However, there’s more to consider—like blood sugar…
