Aging Untold: Lupus looks invisible, but the fight inside isn’t

(Aging Untold) — On this episode of Aging Untold, we break down the daily realities of living with lupus, shedding light on the unpredictable fatigue, pain and invisible burdens of this autoimmune condition. We explore the complex choices surrounding feeding tubes, helping families understand when they are recommended and what questions to ask. Then, an in-depth report highlights a breakthrough FDA-cleared blood test that could revolutionize early Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Lupus looks invisible; the fight inside isn’t Lupus is an autoimmune condition that others often can’t see. “Sam” Cradduck is sharing her personal experience living with lupus. “The weekend before I went in my first flare, I played eight softball games back-to-back in a tournament — never sat down,” Cradduck said. “And on Wednesday morning, I couldn’t walk to the bathroom. I could not get myself to the bathroom unaided.” She said the year that followed was difficult, including time spent in a wheelchair and significant