In this episode of the Lupus Speaks podcast, host Shedrica Shant’e interviews Charisma Atkins about her journey with lupus and lupus nephritis.

Charisma shares her experience of being diagnosed while in graduate school and the challenges she faced, including joint pain and fatigue. She emphasizes the importance of finding the right doctors and advocating for oneself.

Charisma also discusses the role of fitness and self-care in managing lupus and encourages others to focus on their own healing. She provides her contact information for those who want to connect with her.