Lupus

<p><em>In Lupus: In the Jaws of the Wolf</em> Niranjana Parthasarathi M.D. <strong>named one of the Best Doctors in America</strong> and former professor of internal medicine recounts her thirty-seven-year history with this debilitating disease. Her symptoms began at age 23 while a medical student and though she was able to pursue her passion for her career a severe flare at age 50 disabled her followed by an extended period of multi-organ complications of both disease and treatment.</p><p><br></p><p>In this book the many complexities and frustrations that lupus brings to a person's life are explored including physical limitations and effects on relationships as well as one's identity. </p><p><br></p><p>Dr. Parthasarathi candidly shares her mistakes pitfalls and lessons learned along her challenging continuing journey offering hope insight and recommendations to help alleviate suffering:</p><p><br></p><p>• Practical day-to-day disease management advice along with research expert opinion and recommendations from Dr. Parthasarathi's personal experience</p><p><br></p><p>• Strategies for handling difficult emotions and staying positive</p><p><br></p><p>• Inequities in the healthcare system and how they impact the chronically ill </p><p><br></p><p>• Resources for lupus patients and their families</p><p><br></p><p>As a physician with lupus Dr. Parthasarathi brings expertise and a unique perspective that has enabled her to thrive despite the ravages of the disease. She hopes her account will aid other chronically ill patients and ease their paths forward.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Note: All proceeds from the sale of this book will go to Lupus Research Alliance and the Lupus Foundation of America.</strong></p><p><br></p>