Patient's question:
I am 53 years old. Recently, as I have gotten older, I have been experiencing leg pain. I have previously visited the immunology department, but the effect was not significant. I have taken both Chinese and Western medicine, especially when the weather changes, I feel uncomfortable. How should I be treated for mixed connective tissue disease?Doctor's answer:
Narrowly defined, connective tissue diseases refer to systemic connective tissue diseases, including systemic lupus erythematosus, Sj?gren's syndrome, vasculitis, dermatomyositis, and scleroderma. Their characteristics are as follows: All are caused by immune dysfunction; most are chronic diseases; they can affect multiple systems in the body; they are prone to relapse, requiring lifelong treatment; they can cause damage to multiple systems and organs throughout the body. Early detection, early treatment, and regular follow-up are necessary for good control.