The most common of lupus symptoms is fatigue and joint pain. Lupus is a chronic rheumatic disease in which connective tissue throughout the body becomes inflamed. The disease strikes women about 10 times as often as men. It can develop at any age, but is most common in young adults. Sun exposure or stress often produces a flare-up. During pregnancy, symptoms can worsen and cause miscarriage. Some of the symptoms are very common like joint and muscle pain, constant fatigue, hair loss, increasing dental problem. Dry mouth is also one of the symptoms. Sometimes a rash may appear not only on the face but also on the neck, scalp, and other areas.
Alternative Therapies: Herbal Medicine is available in capsule form and as a tea, which have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Hydrotherapy is to have a contrast baths, which can alleviate severe generalized pain. Sit in a bath that is as hot as you can stand for 5 to 10 minutes, and then take a cold shower for 2 to 5 minutes. If pain is in only one or two joints, an ice pack may be sufficient.
Meditation is also one of the techniques that will help in controlling stress.
Nutrition Therapy is to keep diet low in protein, and high in starches, fresh fruits, and vegetables. It may be wise to keep a food diary and eliminate from your diet any food that causes problems. Omega-3 fatty acids are flaxseed oil and cold-water fish such as salmon and sardines that are excellent to treat lupus symptoms.
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