Went to the doctor Tuesday and got the bad news

[daniellej]

I went to the doctor on Tuesday,bad news.I have Lupus which there is no cure for.It was last week Thursday I felt like crap feeling fatigued out,joint pain in a couple spots and muscle pain.It was done by a specialist and there is good news also.I have a long good life keeping it under control taking medication for it.I am feeling better now since I was diagnosed with this,started taking the medication yesterday and this is for the rest of my life.

[Rosie Sanchez]

Hi daniellej

I will continue to focus on the positive you have pointed out; you have now got a diagnosis for what you've obviously been suffering with for a while, you have already said you are feeling better with your medication and, finally, you are a strong person as you are facing what it before you by sharing your life on here.

I admire women like you, despite having problems you are looking to the future and making positives from it - not easy.

I hope the medication brings you a better quality of life and you continue to move forward.

[Vautrin]

I want to fully second Rosie's post. It captures everything I wanted to say.

[daniellej]

Lupus runs in my mom's side of the family really bad.My mom has it,my younger sister has lupus including my youngest sister.Also have a couple aunts that have it too.Biggest thing also I am learning to keep it under control now,I work out a lot in my spare time twice a week staying active.

[Rosie Sanchez]

It is amazing how things run through a family. I guess it is something, beside you being family, that will bind you together. You know you are not alone.

I hope your days are coming together. Keep up the exercise. I am learning it is not only good for the body but fantastic for clearing the mind.

[daniellej]

Specialist said keep up the exercise too and take that medication everyday.My 3 daughters know they are at risk getting lupus one day.

[Rosie Sanchez]

I believe with your courage and strength your daughters have a great role model on how to deal with adversity. How old are your girls?

[daniellej]

They are 15,13 and 10,say I am still a great mom and know lupus is not contagious.

[Rosie Sanchez]

Sounds like you've got some loving and grateful daughters.

Mind you, you have your hands full with 2 teenagers and one nearly there!

[daniellej]

I have a handful with my oldest two now.Oldest has a boyfriend her bio dad and I don't like at all.Plus starting to be like me,stubborn.My 13 year old,attitude problems sometimes.Sound like this song with them, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4a_EBEKOq2M My 10 year old,she is a sweetheart at most times.

[Rosie Sanchez]

That's teens for you ....... like volcano's waiting to erupt just because they can't have mac & cheese for dinner

[Luba]

I admire your positive attitude, Danielle, you are inspiring to all who follow your story.

[daniellej]

The specialist said keeping lupus under control is the main thing and I am doing this.Taking the medication for life helps also.I still have a long life ahead of me and I stay healthy.Heart issues too on my dad's side of the family.I had a hole in my heart repaired 2 years ago.

[Luba]

The specialist said keeping lupus under control is the main thing and I am doing this.Taking the medication for life helps also.I still have a long life ahead of me and I stay healthy.Heart issues too on my dad's side of the family.I had a hole in my heart repaired 2 years ago.

Keep up the positive thinking work, danielle, you are inspiring others, those of us who post as well as guests who come to read threads and may get inspired as well.