Lupus Erythematosus: Therapy

General measures

Vaccinations

The following vaccinations are advised, as infection can often lead to worsening of the present disease:

  • Pneumococcal vaccination
  • Flu vaccination
  • Malaria prophylaxis (in endangered regions)
  • Prophylaxis against tuberculosis or Pneumocystis jirovecii (fungus from the genus Pneumocystis; causative agent of interstitial pneumonia).

Note

Nutritional medicine

  • Nutritional counseling based on nutritional analysis
  • Nutritional recommendations according to a mixed diet taking into account the disease at hand. This means, among other things:
    • A total of 5 servings of fresh vegetables and fruit daily (≥ 400 g; 3 servings of vegetables and 2 servings of fruit).
    • Once or twice a week fresh sea fish, i.e. fatty marine fish (omega-3 fatty acids) such as salmon, herring, mackerel.
    • High-fiber diet (whole grains, vegetables).
  • Selection of appropriate food based on the nutritional analysis
  • See also under “Therapy with micronutrients (vital substances)” – if necessary, taking a suitable dietary supplement.
  • Detailed information on nutritional medicine you will receive from us.

Complementary treatment methods

Treatment of skin symptoms by:

  • Laser treatment
  • Cryotherapy (cold therapy)
  • Dermabrasio – removal of the top layers of skin.