Lupus is not a myth! Learn how this 'immortal cancer' quietly invades the body!

Lupus, nicknamed "immortal cancer", leaves a deep mark on patients. It is an immune disease in which the patient's immune system attacks its own tissues, just like a cat going crazy at home. In addition to the pain caused by the disease itself, it can also affect tissues and organs throughout the body, requiring patients to have the courage to endure the side effects of drugs during treatment.

1. The face of lupus erythematosus

Lupus is not a simple skin problem, but an autoimmune disease in which the immune system becomes like a runaway cat, attacking the tissues it is supposed to protect, causing a host of problems.

Lupus erythematosus is divided into three main types:

Discoid lupus erythematosus: It mainly invades the skin, presenting as red, raised papules and plaques, often on the face, and may cause scarring hair loss.

Deep lupus erythematosus (lupus panniculitis): Deep skin lesions, usually on the cheeks and buttocks, appear as nodules or plaques.

Systemic lupus erythematosus: The most serious type, which may cause large butterfly-shaped erythema, joint symptoms, kidney and nervous system abnormalities, posing a threat to the patient's life.

2. Potential causes of lupus erythematosus

Highly allergic constitution

Patients usually have a highly allergic constitution, and ultraviolet radiation, specific food intake and other factors in life may become triggering factors.

Effects of estrogen

Estrogen is an important factor in inducing lupus erythematosus, and patients need to avoid medicines and foods containing estrogen.

Immune system disorders

Psychological stress and bad lifestyle habits may lead to immune system disorders, thereby promoting the onset of lupus.

Genetic factors

Although lupus erythematosus has a certain familial tendency, it is not a direct genetic disease and may be related to common susceptibility genes.

3. Early signs of lupus erythematosus

The early symptoms of lupus erythematosus include not only the typical rash, but also the following manifestations:

Fever: Fever of varying degrees, accompanied by decreased appetite and weakness in the limbs.

Hair loss and ulcers: ulcers in the mouth or nose, widespread hair loss.

Joint and muscle pain: Most patients have joint involvement, accompanied by non-deformity joint swelling and tenderness, as well as muscle pain.

Chest pain and neurological manifestations: Chest pain worsens with breathing or body movements, and may occur with headache, hemiplegia, or epileptic seizures.

4. Active treatment and daily care

Although there is currently no cure for lupus erythematosus, standardized treatment can effectively control the disease. Patients need lifelong medication, but with the development of technology, the condition of most patients can be better controlled after standardized treatment.

Diet: low fat, low sugar, low salt, and more high-quality protein and vitamins.

Avoid sunlight: Pay attention to sun protection when going out, wear long sleeves, a hat, hold an umbrella, etc.

Prevent infection: improve immunity, avoid crowded public places, maintain personal hygiene, and keep warm.

Don’t wear makeup or dye your hair: Cosmetics may aggravate the rash, and dyeing your hair, tattooing your eyebrows, etc. are not conducive to controlling the disease.

Although lupus is dangerous, patients can effectively control their disease and improve their quality of life through active treatment and good lifestyle habits. Close cooperation between patients and doctors is the key to defeating the "immortal cancer". By following doctor's advice, regular checkups, and paying attention to details in daily life, patients can better control their health.