WHAT IS LUPUS?
TYPES OF LUPUS

LUPUS SYMPTOMS?
LUPUS DIAGNOSTIC TOOLS
SIGNS OF LUPUS
WHAT IS A FLARE?

LUPUS TREATMENTS?
PREVENTING A FLARE
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PREVENTING FLARES

• Learn to recognize that a flare is coming.

• Talk with your doctor.

• Try to set realistic goals and priorities.

• Limit the time you spend in the sun.

• Maintain a healthy diet.

• Develop coping skills to help limit stress.

• Get enough rest and quiet.

• Moderately exercise when possible.

• Develop a support system by surrounding yourself with people you trust and feel comfortable with (family, friends, etc.).

Remember that each person has different symptoms. Treatment depends on the symptoms. The doctor may give you aspirin or a similar medicine to treat swollen joints and fever. Creams may be prescribed for a rash. For more serious problems, stronger medicines such as antimalaria drugs, corticosteroids, and chemotherapy drugs are used. Your doctor will choose a treatment based on your symptoms and needs.

Always tell your doctor if you have problems with your medicines. Let your doctor know if you take herbal or vitamin supplements. Your medicines may not mix well with these supplements. You and your doctor can work together to find the best way to treat all of your symptoms.

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