Hi,
i am not a lupus sufferer, nor do I know alot about the disease, but I am an advocate of alternative medicine. Have you ever thought about seeing a natropathic dr??

There are alternatives to the meds that he is taking...Which are peotentially causing different sideeffects that are being counter acted by other meds...And the roulette begins.


Just a thought...Worth a try??

But do your homework and find a reputable one in your area.


Good luck...If you go the vitamine route, get in touch with me please.


Thanks

deb

Why doesn't your friend get a second opinion. I am not a Dr. But I have a lot of medical situations, I am a firm believer that too much medication is as bad as not enough medication.
Sincerely,
sandy

I diagnosed with sle systematic lupus erthromatosis. I was panic and frustrated. I never heard about it before and I don't know what it looks like? With the time I cope with my illness and started to learn a lot about it,so I can deal with it. I took first plaqunil 200 mg and celebrex 200 mg twice a day. A month ago I did some blood check and my lupus was at flare so my dr prescribed for me beside that prednisone 10 mg as a start. I feel better but I hate gaining weight. Prednisone increased my weight although i'm on diet and doing sport. You will be comfortable and satisfied if you have a good trusted doctor. He,she,will help you a lot. You have both work together. Don't stop your medication even if you feel better. You don't know when it flare. It will be hard for your doctor to treat you.
Write all your symptoms in a note, when u visit your doctor u discuss it with him.
My heart is with you

I agree with the alternative medicine approach and the natropathic. I am very good friends with the president emeritus of the american naturopathic medical association and I can help you find the best of the best.

It is great that you can give your friend support. My sis has lupus sle and was diagnosed a year after giving birth to her second baby. My sis is on some of the same meds as your friend plus others. I do know the medicine can especially the plaquenil gave her a nasty feeling...Once she spoke to the Dr. And he made some adjustments to her medicine, she is doing a little better. She makes sure to rest during her "flare ups" and takes a positive approach to this disease. I try and help her laugh a little, read positive things to her and give her any support she may need...My prayers to you and your friend..If you ever need support..
Best of luck,
ann