Systemic Lupus Erythematosus by Cassie Leclerc https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6 By: Rashidat and Cassie en-us 2023-02-24 01:41:24 UTC 2024-03-29 09:54:50 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f49c.png Definition cassieleclercofficial https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6/wish/2493333655 Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is the most common type of lupus. SLE is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organs.

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  • fatigue 
  • skin rashes on cheeks and nose, which is called a “butterfly rash”
  • fevers
  • pain or swelling in the joints
  • Hair loss
  • Blood clotting problems

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  • Physical examination by a doctor to check for typical signs and symptoms of lupus.
  • Screening techniques to help the doctor come to an informed diagnosis include; 
    • blood tests
    • Chest X-ray
    • urinalysis 

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  • Genes
  • Environment 
  • SLE may be triggered by too much sunlight, bacterial and viral  infections, being around smoke or chemicals.
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  • Prognosis : 80-90% of people with lupus can expect to live a normal life span. 
  • There is no cure.
    1. Medications to manage symptoms. 
    2. Education.
    3. Lifestyle remedies. 
    4. Dietary recommendations from doctor.
    5. Photoprotection is vital: patients with SLE should avoid direct sun exposure.
    6. Alternative medicine: acupuncture and taking supplements containing the hormone “Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA)”  along with conventional treatment may help reduce lupus flares.

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  • We should be aware of signs and symptoms 
  • Education: Patient education, physical and lifestyle measures and emotional support play a central role in the management of SLE. 
  • Exercise is beneficial for patients with SLE because it decreases their muscle weakness . Graded aerobic exercise programs are more successful than relaxation techniques in decreasing the fatigue levels of patients with SLE. 
  • Energy Conservation.

    • ]]>     2023-02-24 01:56:55 UTC https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6/wish/2493339726     Helpful Local Resources and Contacts cassieleclercofficial https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6/wish/2493340137 Mood/Anxiety Tracker: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5fa381bf1842591729f16e68/t/61159fde8c97ac3ad5f002b3/1628807134960/Mood+Anxiety+Journal.pdf

    Podcasts: 
    • Lively Living with Lupus - Lydia Romero Johnson 
    • Lupus Science & Medicine Podcast - BMJ Group

    Youtube channels:
    •  Life After Lupus - Brenda Bergen 
    •  Walk a Block for Lupus - Kelowna


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  • Lupus affects more than 5 million people worldwide.
  • 1 in every 1000 Canadians is affected.
  • Women are affected 9-13 times more than males. In children, this ratio is reversed, and males are affected two to three times more often.
  • Studies have indicated that although rare, lupus in men tends to be more severe.

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  • In Canada, there are government support programs for people living with lupus or taking care of a family member with lupus that can be found on lupus Canada website. 
  • In BC, we have the BC Lupus Society and you can become a member online, sign up online for the virtual support group or call Toll free: 1.866.585.8787.
    • ]]>     2023-02-24 01:58:54 UTC https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6/wish/2493341433     References cassieleclercofficial https://padlet.com/cassieleclercofficial/vbpa8vdf6kyqwkm6/wish/2493346714 -Lupus Foundation of America, national resource center on Lupus: Prognosis and life expectancy.
    https://www.lupus.org/resources/prognosis-and-life-expectancy#:~:text=With%20close%20follow%2Dup%20and,it%20will%20not%20be%20fatal.
    -Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: https://www.physio-pedia.com/Systemic_Lupus_Erythematosus
    -BC Lupus Society: https://www.bclupus.org/
    -Mayo  Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/lupus/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20365790
    -https://www.cdc.gov/lupus/facts/detailed.html
    -    https://www.healthline.com/health/systemic-lupus-erythematosus 
    -https://www.winchesterhospital.org/health-library/article?id=19783 

    Pictures
    -    https://www.healthline.com/health/systemic-lupus-erythematosus
    -    https://medicdrive.org/lupus/
    -    https://www.medindia.net/patientinfo/systemic-lupus-erythematosus
    -     https://www.physio-pedia.com/Systemic_Lupus_Erythematosus
    -https://www.nscc.ca/programs-and-courses/programs/plandescr.aspx?prg=OTPT&pln=OTAPTA
     -https://www.bclupus.org/
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