I’m 25 years old and I have health conditions. I was recently diagnosed with Celiac Disease, even though the ‘average’ onset of CD is more commonly diagnosed in women over the age of 40. Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis typically begin after the age of 40; I was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis, or JRA, at age 11. This blog is about my personal struggles. Living with invisible autoimmune conditions can be discouraging at times – but you don’t have to go through it alone. Here, I will share my personal stories and thoughts, as well as news on medical breakthroughs and ways to live well while coping with illness. I’m also here to encourage dialogue about living a happy, normal life – despite feeling sick at times. Like I said, I’m 25 years old and have health conditions. But they don’t have me.