Guidance on daily living for patients with SLE

  Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is most often seen in women of childbearing age. Once many patients know that they have SLE, they are mentally burdened. In fact, as long as SLE patients are diagnosed and treated correctly in time, and their diet is reasonably arranged, most of them can achieve more satisfactory results, so that their disease can be remitted and kept stable for a long time, and they can work and live like normal people.  1, patients should correctly understand the disease, eliminate the fear of psychology, keep a happy mood, and establish confidence in the fight against the disease. At the same time, the family’s care, consideration and spiritual encouragement are also important for the stability of the disease. Actively communicate with the doctor about the disease, and provide timely treatment for changes in the disease. To avoid adverse drug reactions, blood and urine routine, liver and kidney functions should be closely observed during the medication process. It is best to go to a rheumatology specialist for examination and treatment.  2, usually to avoid sunlight and ultraviolet radiation, especially for those who are sensitive to sunlight. Wear a sunshade or a wide-brimmed hat when you go out, and wear light-colored long-sleeved tops and long pants. It is best to arrange for outdoor activities in the morning or evening.  3, pay attention to keep warm, prevent colds and other infectious diseases, you can carry out appropriate health care activities during the stabilization period, such as qigong, taijiquan, walking, etc.. However, we strongly oppose the large amount of sports activities: for example, playing soccer for a long time, marathon running, etc.  4, in the treatment of drugs should avoid the use of penicillamine, procainamide, chlorpromazine, hydrazinepyridazine, etc. Female patients of childbearing age should also avoid taking drugs containing estrogen, birth control pills.  5, to high-quality protein (can drink more milk, eat more soy products, eggs, lean meat, fish and other protein-rich food.) Low-fat, low-sugar, low-sugar, low-salt diet is appropriate. Pay attention to calcium supplementation. Do not consume or consume less of the following foods: figs, purple clouds, rape, yellow mud snail, mushrooms, shiitake mushrooms.  In conclusion, reasonable treatment and reasonable diet can help SLE patients recover from the disease.