Central Texas Lupus Group

03/16/2026

The honest version of the pain scale ~ chronically ill edition
What's your pain # today? ~TJ

03/16/2026

The nighttime migraine thoughts can be a lot.
Lying there wondering… will tomorrow be better?

02/24/2026

Hi everyone, we will be doing a majority of our meetings virtually. The dates are listed below along with the link to register for the meetings. Once you register you will receive an email with your login information. We are hoping that this will help many of you that can’t attend in person meetings. We look forward to meeting you.

Joyce Dukes,
Facilitator, Central Texas Lupus Support Group - Lone Star

07/10/2025

Many people with Fibromyalgia also have a normal condition that comes with aging, except they may have severe cases at a young age. This may be caused by an undetected lack of Vitamin D prior to receiving a diagnosis, an early hysterectomy due to Fibromyalgia complications, lack of calcium, smoking, a sedentary lifestyle, hereditary, and obesity.

DDD can be managed but not reversed. An MRI is the best option to diagnose this condition.

07/10/2025

Tell me you have lupus 💜 without telling me you have lupus.

07/10/2025

☀️ Headed on a summer getaway? Don’t forget your travel packing list! From medications to sun protection, our list has you covered with essentials to help you travel safely and comfortably. ✈️

🧳 Read the checklist and travel with confidence: https://buff.ly/LGDTlW5

07/10/2025

🎤 Our very own Dr. Joy Buie, VP of Research, joined the Unmasking Lupus: Breaking the Silence, Building Strength panel at , hosted by the National Medical Association and sponsored by Biogen.

As part of this important conversation, Dr. Buie spoke about the urgent need to recognize how impacts Black women—who are diagnosed more often, experience more severe symptoms, and face more barriers to care. She shared insights on improving access, listening to lived experiences, and advancing more responsive care and research.

💜 We’re proud to be part of efforts that elevate real voices and move us toward better outcomes for all people living with lupus.

07/10/2025

07/10/2025

~TJ

07/10/2025

New Episode Alert! Why does affect people so differently? 🧬 In this episode of the Lupus Science and Medicine Podcast, Dr. Anna Wolska talks with Dr. Amerie Grammer about groundbreaking research into “genetic endotypes” — patterns of gene activity that could guide more personalized lupus treatments in the future.

Listen now to learn how this research is bringing us closer to truly individualized care for everyone living with lupus: https://buff.ly/ympyZ5T

07/10/2025

Please make sure you're hydrating, staying out of the heat\sun, and ABSOLUTELY see your care provider or emergency if you experience ANY symptoms that are outside of your normal.

06/29/2025

Our Lupus Family has lost a courageous friend and a remarkable warrior.
Devon Brown was an inspiration, exemplifying unwavering strength and resilience in her daily battle with lupus. Though her journey has ended, her legacy lives on, a testament to her unbreakable spirit. She now soars freely & without pain. We're grateful for the time we shared with her. We celebrate her life and honor her memory. We love you, Devon. Your memory will continue to inspire us.
We Love You,
💜Central Texas Lupus Support Group 💜
“But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary; they will run and not grow weary; they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40 :31)”