rachelmph

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  • I was just diagnosed last month (March 2012). I was seeing a rheumatologist for 2 years before that, however, for what he called "undifferentiated connective tissue disease." My latest flare started after I kicked *kitten* in a 5K. I'm really afraid that pushing myself in the 5K is what brought on the flare, which really…
    in Welcome Comment by rachelmph April 2012
  • I find the yoga really hard on my legs when I have a flare. The balance/strength required for stuff like warrior is just killer when I'm in a flare. I can only do it for a few seconds before coming out of the pose and then going back in. This latest flare came with the added bonus of shortness of breath when I exercise. As…
  • OMG! I'm so excited to see this thread. I've been seeing a rheumatologist for 2 years for "undifferentiated connective tissue disease" and just last month got the official diagnosis of lupus. I've been having a rough time with the balance of trying to get enough exercise in while feeling like *kitten* and not overdoing it.…
  • I also recommend Freya and Panache Sport. The Panache feels better than any of my regular bras! And the straps convert from regular to racing back. And I read on some tata site that you shouldn't wear bras that you can pull over your head. If it is big enough to go around your shoulders it is too big to be supportive of…
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