Patient's question:
My younger brother has been diagnosed with lupus, and he has some edema in his body and a poor appetite. I would like to consult about how to treat lupus most effectively.Doctor's answer:
The physical symptoms caused by systemic lupus erythematosus may also lead to supplementary edema. In the acute phase, corticosteroids should be administered to alleviate these edema symptoms. If fever, limb pain, and other symptoms are present, oral or intravenous non-steroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs should be prescribed. Sunlight exposure should be avoided, and autoimmune regulators should be used in coordination. If there are acute infectious foci, timely anti-inflammatory treatment should be initiated to thoroughly clear the lesions.