Lupus and Medication PRO TIP: SAY NO TO SELF MEDICATION

 

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Yup. We're talking self-medication here, and we're firmly Team "Don't Do It." Taking what you want when you want is the WORST advice, and yet you find it all over on the internet - patient "experts" saying why your doctor has it all wrong and influencers who tell you what to do instead. TRY THIS: Follow your doctor's order. Take notes on what works and what doesn't. Circle back and share your findings with your doctor so together you can put a medication regimen in place that works for you and keeps you symptom-free.

Want to read more about the dangers of self-medicating? Check out these posts here. A woman in our lupus support group used to change up her medication on her own, and she paid for it. Unfortunately, I learned from her mistakes, and witnessed the dangers of toying with doctor's orders. It's not worth it!