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. Please ask if there is any treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus?Doctor's answer:
It is caused by the patient's own immune system disorder, leading to the formation of antibodies by the body to attack its own organs or tissues, resulting in inflammatory diseases. This can cause damage to multiple systems and tissues, primarily occurring in women aged 20 to 40. The incidence rate shows a strong correlation with gender. The skin exhibits obvious damage symptoms. The main treatment methods include general care: patients with systemic lupus erythematosus should pay attention to rest, avoid exposure to ultraviolet rays and sunlight, and undergo regular monitoring to detect complications such as pneumonia, with timely treatment.