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The Autoimmune Warrior's Toolkit
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items I am an autoimmune warrior. Somehow I managed to win the “autoimmune lottery” and have Lupus, Raynaud's Disease, Costochondritis and Sicca Syndrome, as well as Fibromyalgia, Arthritis, Degenerative Disc Disease and several other diseases and conditio...
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Over-the-Counter Helpers
Comfort
Over-the-Counter Helpers
While I have to take a good amount of prescription meds, I also couldn't make it without my go-to OTC aides.
Some of the other conditions I have are IBS, GERD and a hiatal hernia. I couldn't make it without these things. Tip (but not medical advice) - if you have IBS and take these about 10-15 minutes before you eat, you will have a less chance of having to...
Equate Extra Strength Gas Relief Softgels Value Size, 125 mg, 150 Count
One of my autoimmune diseases - costochondritis - causes my ribs to become inflamed and it's very painful. These Walgreens patches work wonders and just as well as name brand versions, but for a much lower price.
Walgreens Pain Relieving Lidocaine Patch 3.94 in x 5.5 in
Sometimes Omeprazole or gas pills just aren't enough, and that's when I reach for these. They work well and the best part is - they don't taste like chalk! They're actually pleasant tasting.
Tums Smoothies Extra Strength Heartburn Relief Chewable Antacid Tablets, Berry Fusion, 60 Ct
Thanks to my Sicca Syndrome, my eyes stay dry all the time. My optometrist recommended using these several times a day and I don't know how I ever lived without them.
Systane Complete Dry Eye Care Symptom Relief Eye Drops for Daily Use, 10 ml
I take one of these every night because it helps my asthma, and - as crazy as it may sound - it also helps my fibromyalgia. Not medical advice, just saying what works for me.
HEALTH LFE Mucus Relief Guaifenesin 400mg 200ct
Many people with autoimmune diseases such as Lupus are deficient in Vitamin D. I'm one of them, so I take one of these every morning. Plus, it helps your bones. No need to pay more for a big name brand when these work just as well.
Spring Valley Extra Strength Vitamin D3 Softgels, 125 mcg
These little things are a lifesaver sometimes. Not only will they help with nausea, but also with those random dizzy spells Autoimmune Warriors can often get. And they're not expensive!
Rugby Meclizine 25mg Chewable Tablets 100ct
If you have IBS or other digestive conditions, you know how important it is to always keep an anti-diarrheal medicine on hand. I've tried many different things over the years and these little things right here are the absolute best "bang for your buc...
Quality Plus Caplets for Diarrhea Relief, Loperamide HCl 2mg, 12 Count
Comfort
Face it, if you're an autoimmune warrior, comfort is your top priority. Here's some of my favorites.
I have Sicca Syndrome - an autoimmune condition similar to Sjogren's Disease - so my skin, eyes and mouth stay dry. My hands tend to crack and bleed, especially in the winter, and this lotion is fantastic for stopping that. Plus, it doesn't smell whi...
Eucerin Advanced Repair Hand Cream for Dry Hands, Repairs Very Dry Skin, Fragrance Free, 2.7 oz.
When my sweet Chihuahua was still with us, we had these throws in pretty much every room in the house. But they also work really well for putting over your blanket in the winter to keep your feet and legs extra warm. And they're affordable and machin...
Mainstays Cozy Fleece Throw Blanket, Gray Paw 50" x 60"
As soon as it starts cooling off in the fall, the robe comes out to wear over my pajamas on chilly mornings. In the winter, I may have it and my pajamas on all day when I'm having one of "those days."
PAVILIA White Women Robe Fleece Plush Soft, Fluffy Fuzzy Cozy Warm Lightweight Bathrobe, Shower Spa House Long Robe for Women, S/M
I know it's important to stay hydrated, but I've always been the world's worst on not drinking enough water. My son would constantly fuss at me and then one day he brought these home. Water I actually like to drink! And since it's got electrolytes (b...
Smartwater vapor distilled premium water, 1 liter, 6 count bottles
Let's face it, if your feet stay cold - such as with Raynaud's Disease - just wearing socks around the house isn't going to cut it. These slippers keep my feet nice and warm and I wear them comfortably all day. The times I have to go somewhere, chang...
Dearfoams Women's Memory Foam Knit Clog Slippers
If you're an autoimmune warrior, taking a shower and washing your hair can be an ordeal. But brushing the tangles out of your hair afterwards doesn't have to be. I have naturally curly hair and whoever invented this brush is a miracle worker. I just ...
Wet Brush Original Detangler Aqua-Soft Bristles
Thanks to several of my conditions I get cold very easily and have trouble staying warm. And unfortunately, my bedroom is the coldest room in the house. While the HVAC does an OK job, adding this to the mix was money well-spent. (Especially since my ...
Lasko Tower Space Heater 1500W w/ Remote