What department should I go to for systemic lupus erythematosus?

Written by Li Jing
Rheumatology
Updated on September 02, 2024
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Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease and can test positive for multiple antibodies, affecting various organs throughout the body. Its primary manifestations are damage to the skin, mucous membranes, and kidneys. The most common and characteristic symptom is the butterfly rash on the skin and mucous membranes. Some people may also experience facial rashes, blisters, and even chilblain-like changes. Such skin changes should be viewed with caution. Additionally, symptoms can include general weakness and low-grade fever. This condition requires formal treatment from a rheumatology and immunology department.

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Can systemic lupus erythematosus be cured?

Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease and is chronic. The cause of the disease is mostly unclear, but studies have shown that it is related to genetics, environmental pollution, viral infections, hormone levels, and other factors. As an autoimmune disease, it cannot be completely cured. The main purpose of treatment is to control symptoms, delay the onset of complications, and improve the quality of life. The preferred treatment involves corticosteroids. The dosage should be adjusted according to the condition; after stabilizing, the dosage should gradually be reduced to a small maintenance dose. It is important to continue the medication even during maintenance therapy, as discontinuing the medication can lead to a recurrence of the disease. Additionally, chilling, fatigue, infection, and sun exposure can all trigger the activity of lupus, so it is important to be cautious in daily life. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Can systemic lupus erythematosus be cured?

Systemic lupus erythematosus is difficult to cure completely as it is a chronic disease that requires long-term, lifelong medication. The most basic drugs used to treat systemic lupus erythematosus are corticosteroids. Hydroxychloroquine is also a basic treatment for systemic lupus erythematosus, but it is necessary to rule out contraindications such as retinal problems before use. Some patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, if they also have kidney or lung involvement, may need to consider treatment with immunosuppressants after using corticosteroids. Commonly used immunosuppressants include mycophenolate mofetil and cyclophosphamide. (Medication should be taken under the guidance of a physician.)

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What should be done if systemic lupus erythematosus causes a fever?

If patients with systemic lupus erythematosus develop a fever, it is first necessary to determine whether the fever is caused by poor control of systemic lupus erythematosus, leading to an immune-related fever, or if it is due to the patient's long-term use of corticosteroids and immunosuppressants, resulting in decreased resistance and an acute infection, thus causing the fever. If the fever is immune-related, it will be necessary to strengthen treatment with corticosteroids and immunosuppressants. If the fever is due to an infection, regular anti-infection treatment will be required, which sometimes includes antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral therapies. (The use of medications should be carried out under the guidance of a doctor)

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Systemic lupus erythematosus is a disease.

Firstly, systemic lupus erythematosus is a chronic disease. It is an autoimmune disease that can affect multiple systems and organs and cannot be cured. It can only be controlled over the long term with medication. The goals of comprehensive treatment are to control symptoms, prevent relapses, slow the progression of the disease, and provide symptomatic treatment. Because this disease cannot be cured, it is important to avoid sun exposure, overwork, and getting chilled in daily life to prevent triggering or worsening the condition. Particularly in women, it is crucial to avoid oral contraceptives.

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Symptom Chart

Firstly, systemic lupus erythematosus is a multi-system, multi-organ autoimmune disease that cannot be cured but can only be controlled with medication to slow the progression of the disease and prevent complications. Clinical manifestations are diverse, with most early symptoms typically being atypical, and sometimes not presenting any discomfort at all. Some individuals may experience acute onset, which can include high fever, progressive decline in platelets, and even progressive anemia, all characteristic of the acute phase. Other common symptoms include fever, skin erythema, and even ischemia of the extremities. Some people may experience joint pain, mainly in the finger joints and knee joints, as well as swelling of the lower limbs, chest tightness, and decreased exercise tolerance, which are more typical manifestations.