Patient's question:
Recently, my appetite has been poor, and I've been experiencing some swelling in my body. I feel completely exhausted. When I went to the hospital for a check-up, they said it's kidney disease. Could you please tell me what I cannot eat if I have lupus nephritis?Doctor's answer:
Lupus nephritis requires a low-sodium diet (less than 5 grams per day), a low-fat diet (20 to 25 grams of cooking oil per day), and a low-protein diet (minimal intake of meat products, seafood, and soy products). The diet should be light, and rest should be paid attention to. Avoid overworking and maintain a balance between work and rest. Engage in adequate physical activity. Do not take any kidney-damaging medications during this time. Avoid excessive sun exposure as much as possible. Follow the doctor's advice and take the medication on time and in the prescribed dosage. Lupus nephritis patients should not drink beer.