Being told that your newborn has neonatal lupus — or discovering during pregnancy that you carry anti-Ro antibodies — tends to produce two simultaneous experiences: a clinical explanation of what is happening, and a frustrating sense that you still don't know what to do about it.

Living with the chronic depletion of an essential electrolyte like potassium can feel like an invisible, uphill battle. Many individuals who experience unexplained muscle weakness, persistent cramping, brain fog, and erratic heartbeats are often met with dismissive advice.