Lupus
紅班狼瘡
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- Chronic inflammatory disease
- Autoimmune disease the immune mechanism forms antibodies that attack
the body's own tissues
- Heredity and sex hormones
- At least 90% are women
- Women of Asian background are at great rick
- Usually develops between the ages of 15 and 35
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- Inflammation of the skin, blood vessels, joints and other tissues
- Systematic Lupus (SLE): swelling and pain in the fingers and other
joints. Red rash may appear on the cheeks; may have red, scaling lesions
on the body. Sore may form in the mouth. Lungs and kidneys are often
involved
- App. 50% of SLE develop Nephritis, inflammation of the kidneys. In
serious case, the brain, the lungs, spleen and/or heart may be affected.
SLE can cause anemia and inflammation of the surface membranes of the
heart and lungs. It can also cause excessive bleeding and increased
susceptibility to infection. If the central nervous system is involved,
seizures, amnesia psychosis and deep depression may be present
- Discoid Lupus (DLE): primarily affects the skin. Butterfly rash forms
over the nose and cheeks. May have lesions on the scalp and ears and
will recur or persist for years
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- Eat a diet low in fat, salt and animal protein
- Eat asparagus, eggs, garlic and onions. These foods contain sulfur
which is needed for the repair and rebuilding of bone, cartilage and
connective tissue and aids in the absorption of calcium
- Include in the diet brown rice, fish, green leafy vegetables, non-acidic
fresh fruits, oatmeal and whole grains
- Eat fresh pineapple frequently
- Consume some form of fibre daily
- Get plenty of rest and regular moderate exercise
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- Milk, dairy products or red meat
- Caffeine, citurs fruits, paprika, salt, tobacco and everything contains
sugar
- Alfalfa sprouts
- Nightshade vegetables such as pepper, eggplant, tomatoes, white potates.
These foods contain solanine that contribute to inflammation and pain
- Strong sunlight
- Birth control pills
- Large groups of people and those with colds or other viral infections.
Autoimmune disease such as lupus render and individual more susceptible
to viral infection
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- LifePak Family
- Optimum Omega
- ReishiMax GLP
- Echinacea
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- Milk Thistle
- Botanaflor
- Cartilage Formula
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