Patient's question:
Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I've also noticed some swelling in my body. I feel weak all over. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it's kidney disease. I'm asking, what should lupus nephritis patients eat?Doctor's answer:
Lupus nephritis is a type of systemic lupus erythematosus, which is an autoimmune disease that primarily causes harm to the kidneys. The incidence rate in females is significantly lower than in males. Currently, it is believed that this is related to the higher levels of estrogen in the female body. When it comes to diet, it is still important to be cautious. If the kidney function is severely damaged, such as in cases of high blood pressure, edema, and oliguria, the diet should be light. You can eat some vegetables and fruits, and reduce the intake of high-protein foods, such as meat, to avoid increasing kidney pressure. Try to drink less water.