May 24, 2018
This post was written by a guest writer and in no way reflects advice from FSR, nor does it represent a medical opinion. It is written by a sarc warrior who is a professionally trained yoga instructor and found some regular practices of yoga stretches and breathing...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
May 17, 2018
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Many patients battling sarcoidosis and other chronic illnesses know the stress that comes not only from the disease itself, but also from juggling the countless doctor’s appointments, symptoms, treatments, side effects and...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
Dec 21, 2017
Cardiac sarcoidosis is a topic that is growing in popularity both in research and among patients. New research is being published every week on the topic, and thanks to increased awareness and screening procedures, more patients and physicians are aware of the risk...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
Sep 11, 2017
On September 11, 2001, life for Americans was forever changed. After the attacks on the World Trade Center, countless men and women sprung into action and selflessly risked their lives for rescue and recovery missions and to help clear the debris. These selfless first...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis/ Patient Stories
Aug 16, 2017
Finding out you have a rare and chronic illness can be extremely hard to deal with. Building a strong support system of loved ones can help make the journey easier. However, it can be extremely difficult to talk about your illness with your loved ones. Here are a few...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
Jul 21, 2017
It’s estimated that at least 90% of patients with sarcoidosis will experience lung involvement. Chest x-rays are often used to determine the nature of the disease. However, the results of this imaging can cause confusion for sarc patients- your doctor might tell you...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
Jun 19, 2017
Summer officially starts June 20th! It’s time for backyard barbecues, time with friends and family, and some fun in the sun. There’s no better time to join Team KISS! This summer, sarc warriors and their families are getting together to raise awareness and...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis/ Team KISS
May 16, 2017
Gretchen Denney developed some strange symptoms around the time she was pregnant with her two children. After the birth of her first child, her daughter, Gretchen noticed an annoying and unexplained rash on her legs. A few years later, pregnant with her second child,...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis/ Patient Stories
May 16, 2017
Sarcoidosis patients are used to talking about their physical complications, since both the disease and its treatments can cause so many physical symptoms. Chest pain, aching joints, debilitating fatigue, shortness of breath, or whatever else your most recent flare-up...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis
Apr 25, 2017
Firefighters and first responders seem to be at a higher risk of developing sarcoidosis. While this has been a theory by many over the years, like every other aspect of sarcoidosis, research was lacking. As a disease that commonly affects the lungs and shows a...Topics: Living with Sarcoidosis/ Patient Stories
