Healthy Living

Learning to Live with Lupus: One Step at a Time

Counteract the lupus fog with lifestyle changes

Lupus “fog” can lead to memory loss and moments of forgetfulness that can last for a period of time. This is something that can be frustrating for both the patient and those around them. Fatigue, role, stress, and depression all affect "lupus fog," and it's even possible for some drugs that are used to treat lupus have side effects that cause it.

Sometimes, lifestyle changes like healthy eating and exercise can help with "lupus fog."