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A member asked:

Have lupus,exercise, &stay fit. people expect me to cram my schedule with plans on weekend & i need rest as needed. how can i explain when i look fine?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Just say no.: Just tell them you already have plans with no explanation needed. Your plan may just be resting and be left alone. You don't owe anyone an explanation.

Dr Hegab and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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