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 results were not significant. I have taken both Chinese and Western medicine, especially when the weather changes, I feel uncomfortable. What methods can be used to treat connective tissue disease?Doctor's answer:
Connective tissue diseases are most commonly seen in systemic lupus erythematosus, Sj?gren's syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis, granulomatous arteritis, and other viral infections. General treatment primarily focuses on immunosuppressive therapies to control the stability of the condition. After the condition is stabilized, the dosage of medications can be gradually reduced. It is important to seek medical attention promptly for continuous treatment with immunosuppressants and corticosteroids.