Lupus treatment depends on the severity and organs are affected. It required periodic medical examinations. If there are minor symptoms can be given non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( NSAIDs ) and anti- malaria ( such as Chloroquine ). If there are symptoms of severe life-threatening risk dab, then given steroids ( like Prednisone, Methylprednisolone ) and immunosuppressive drugs ( such as azathioprine, cyclophosphamide , mycophenolate mofetil and cyclosporine ). These drugs are useful for lupus treating, but it has some side effects. Side effects vary from mild to severe and sometimes new is felt after a long time .
Side effects are often felt is :
- Heartburn
- Nausea and sometimes accompanied by vomiting
- High blood pressure
- Weight loss increases
- Advances to Round
- Osteoporosis
- Hair loss
- Increased risk of infection ( eg, tuberculosis )
As a chronic disease of lupus can cause activity limitations or ability to live independently. Lupus disease is dynamic , it can be controlled but at times can be an advanced weight. The symptoms that can be experienced in a mild form such as aches, fatigue and interfere with the activity and the quality of life . If this happens , then the best way is to undergo regular treatment initiative , actively consult with your doctor, and try to continue to get to know and understand and make lupus a friend .
People with lupus can experience emotional mental disorders such as anxiety, being sensitive and irritable, depressed and despairing. To overcome the close cooperation needed a good doctor – patient and support from family and close friends as well as the institution or school where she worked .
Keep doing the activity , and taking regular exercise are adapted to the conditions and reduce exposure to the sun. This can be circumvented by setting the time of exercise, the long hand clothes and use a hat or sunscreen . Exercise is important to prevent the complications of cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis caused by lupus and steroid therapy.
Keep in mind that most people with lupus can lead a normal life without drugs by avoiding triggers and manage a healthy lifestyle . Some were able to move normally, but with the umbrella of drugs to control the activity of immune system. Fraction must restrict their activities while continuing to undergo treatment, because there is a disruption in various vital organs.
In addition to regularly consult with a doctor , to note the symptoms that need to be consulted , namely :
- High fever
- Severe headache
- There is blood in the urine
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling of the legs
- Weakness in the limbs
- Pain in the abdomen
- Joint pain is not normal
- Impaired vision
- Recurrent miscarriage .
