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LUPUS Thank you for joining us! We understand health-related issues can be challenging to talk about but know that we’re here to help. To begin, let’s get on the same page about lupus as a condition. Lupus is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune diseases cause the immune system to attack healthy cells by mistake, damaging many parts of the body, leading to chronic inflammation. There is no known cause or cure for lupus, and 9 out of 10 people with lupus are women. Additionally, 1 in 3 lupus patients suffer from multiple autoimmune diseases. Lupus most commonly affects your: - Skin - Joints - Internal organs, like your kidneys and heart According to the Lupus Foundation of America, six years is the average time from the onset of symptoms to obtaining a diagnosis of lupus. This is due to the many challenges associated with the disease. Symptoms can be unclear, can come and go, and can change, as well as mimic many other illnesses. While lupus is a widespread disease, awareness of the disease lags behind many other illnesses. There are four different forms of lupus: SYSTEMIC LUPUS is the most common, accounting for approximately 70 percent of all cases of lupus. In approximately half of these cases, a major organ or tissue in the body, such as the heart, lungs, kidneys, or brain, will be affected. CUTANEOUS LUPUS (affecting only the skin) accounts for approximately 10 percent of all lupus cases. DRUG-INDUCED LUPUS accounts for about 10 percent of all lupus cases and is caused by high doses of certain medications. The symptoms of drug-induced lupus are similar to systemic lupus; however, symptoms usually subside when the medications are discontinued. NEONATAL LUPUS is a rare condition in which the mother's antibodies affect the fetus. At birth, the baby may have a skin rash, liver problems, or low blood cell counts, but these symptoms typically disappear completely after six months with no lasting effects. If you’re living with lupus, here are some statistics you may relate to: 65% of people with lupus say chronic pain is the most difficult part of having lupus. 76% of lupus patients say fatigue caused by lupus has forced them to cut back on social activities. 9% of people with lupus say they can no longer work full-time due to lupus complications. Patients report pain, lifestyle changes, and emotional problems associated with lupus as the most difficult parts of coping with lupus. Living with lupus is all about managing symptoms. To do this, it’s important to identify your lupus flares, aka the times your symptoms get worse. Flares can come and go. Common triggers include: - Overwork and not enough rest - Stress - Being out in the sun or having close exposure to fluorescent or halogen light - Infection - Injury - Stopping your lupus medicines - Other types of medicines Before a flare, your symptoms might get worse, or you might get new signs and symptoms, such as: - Feeling more tired - Pain - Rash - Fever - Stomach ache - Severe headache - Dizziness One of the most important and first steps for managing your symptoms is to follow your treatment plan closely and keep your healthcare providers up to date with how you’re feeling. Open communication with your doctor is key. Only you can feel what’s going on in your body. Let your doctor know immediately if you think you are not tolerating treatments. According to research, patients with lupus who see their rheumatologist regularly have better health outcomes. Many effects of lupus can be silent, such as the onset of kidney disease. This is why it’s crucial to keep up with routine check-ups and doctor visits, even if you are feeling well. Learn about lupus. The more you know about your condition, the more you’ll feel more in control. It’s also important to know as much as you can about what triggers a flare for you. Take note of what you were doing or experiencing when your flare developed, and what you think your particular triggers may be. Get the right amount of exercise. Your mental health, bone health, and cardiovascular health all benefit from exercise. Exercise will also help with weight control. The type of activity isn’t as important as getting daily exercise. If you’re of childbearing age, do plan for pregnancy. This is especially important if you are taking medication to manage your lupus. When planning to conceive, working with your doctor is key for a healthy pregnancy. It’s important to create a schedule that allows plenty of time for rest. This means 7-8 hours of restful sleep each night and time to take breaks throughout the day. The goal is to avoid becoming overtired. Meditation, yoga, reading a good book—practice activities regularly that help you reduce stress. Nothing will zap your energy faster than stress and negativity. Surround yourself with positive people and participate in activities you enjoy regularly. Sun protection is important all year round. Ultraviolet radiation can cause a flare or skin rashes, and some medications increase your sensitivity to UV. Opt for a mineral-based sunscreen for the best coverage. There are plenty of reasons to quit smoking, but if you have lupus, here’s one more: Various studies report smoking possibly could trigger lupus flares. Studies have confirmed that smoking worsens many aspects of lupus. Not everyone needs to go on a special diet when diagnosed with lupus. However, there are certain foods that may trigger flares. Replace soda and sugary beverages with water. You can make water more exciting by flavoring it with fresh fruits and herbs. Replace chicken with end grass fed red meat and fish. Fish and end grass fed beef is a lean protein that is high in omega 3 fatty acids as compared to the high amount of omega-6 arachadonic acid that is found in chicken. Avoid refined carbohydrates. This includes processed bread, pasta, rice, and snacks. Widespread and chronic inflammation is common with autoimmune diseases such as lupus. You can help your body fight against the harmful effects of inflammation with the following foods: - flax seeds - avocados - walnuts - berries - leafy green vegetables - carrots - squash - lean protein Imagine understanding the cause of your symptoms instead of masking them with medications. Functional medicine does exactly that! Functional medicine is used as a tool to address the underlying causes of disease. It’s ideal for chronic conditions such as lupus. Using a system-oriented approach, the patient and practitioner work together to develop a therapeutic partnership. This means you play a significant role in your treatment. Conventionally trained physicians are mostly taught to diagnose disease by symptoms, NOT by their underlying cause. Functional medicine techniques have identified five common hidden causes of chronic conditions. These include: - Allergens - Microbes or imbalance of the bugs in your gut - Toxins - Poor diet - Stress We’re here to help you address these hidden causes of flares and customize a treatment plan for you. We have a few minutes left. Please post your questions in the comments section. Please continue to share your questions. If you need help with any of the lifestyle changes we discussed, feel free to schedule a consultation with our office by calling [phone]. We’re here to help you live better with lupus! Thanks AGAIN!
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