14/06/2025
🦋 LUPUS TREATMENT GUIDE
Living with lupus? Here's what you need to know about your treatment options! 💜
KEY TREATMENTS:
💊 NSAIDs - joint pain relief
🟡 Antimalarials - prevent flares
⚪ Steroids - quick inflammation control
🔵 Immunosuppressives - long-term control
💉 Biologics - targeted therapy
MAJOR SIDE EFFECTS TO WATCH:
⚠️ Kidney damage (NSAIDs)
👁️ Eye problems (antimalarials - get yearly eye exams!)
🦴 Bone loss (steroids - take calcium + vitamin D)
🦠 Infection risk (immunosuppressives)
FOODS THAT HELP:
🐟 Fatty fish, leafy greens, berries
🥛 Calcium-rich foods for bone health
💧 Stay hydrated!
CALL YOUR DOCTOR IF:
🌡️ Fever over 100.4°F
🩸 Blood in urine
👀 Vision changes
Knowledge is power! Work with your rheumatologist for the best outcomes ✨
Link in bio for full guide 🔗
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Lupus affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains one of the most misunderstood autoimmune diseases. For those living with lupus and their loved ones, understanding treatment options can provide hope and empower...