My friend died yesterday because of Lupus
By modvina
@modvina (61)
Philippines
August 16, 2009 9:50pm CST
One of my college friend had informed me that our friend, college batch mate and former coworker died yesterday morning because of lupus. I haven't heard of this illness before. We were not really close but we are friends, each time we see each other we really take time to smile and greet each other. Please send prayers for my friend Ruvy Jane Apuya. I hope she is now happy reunited with God and her family who have gone before her.
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@maezee (41997)
• United States
17 Aug 09
Wow, that is truly unfortunate, and my condolences to you, her friends, and her family. I had heard of "lupus" but I don't know exactly what it is or how you go about getting it. But you're right - everything happens for a reason; and obviously God had bigger plans for her.
@Sandra1952 (6047)
• Spain
31 Aug 09
To put it simply, Lupus is like Rheumatoid Arthritis, but it affects organs not joints, which is why it can be fatal. Some years ago, Lupus was always terminal, although with early diagnosis there are treatments which can ensure you die with Lupus rather than from it. The difficulty is, Lupus mimics other conditions, so it may take years to get a diagnosis, by which time there could be irreperable damage to the organs.
How do I know so much about it? I was diagnosed with it 12 years ago. Although it places limits on what I can do, I lead a good life, and I try not to let the Lupus take over. My condolences on your loss.
