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 systemic lupus erythematosus be treated?Doctor's answer:
Currently, there are no particularly effective relief methods for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It can only be controlled through medication to manage its clinical symptoms, such as using hormone-based drugs to reduce its autoimmune response and alleviate its clinical manifestations. Additionally, caution must be exercised in daily life—under no circumstances should beer be consumed, as drinking beer is also a major factor that can exacerbate this disease. Furthermore, it is necessary to undergo periodic medical check-ups at the hospital to monitor the condition.