Urinary tract infections are one of the common complications of systemic lupus erythematosus

Mondo Health Updated on 2024-01-29

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune inflammatory connective tissue disease involving multiple organs that occurs in young women, with an increasing number of early, mild, and atypical cases, some cases that can be confined to one organ for a long time, some cases that can be long-term remission, so that only a single organ is damaged, and some cases can resolve spontaneously after an attack. In general, sick women get worse during the winter months.

Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus have weakened immune function and low immunity, and are susceptible to various germs, which can cause various infections. Urinary tract infections are one of the common complications of systemic lupus erythematosus and are caused by immune factors or improper use of medications.

For patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and urinary tract infection, the primary goals are symptom elimination, prevention, disease progression, and renal preservation. The methods mainly include drugs, immunization, and symptomatic.

In terms of medications**, the doctor will choose the appropriate medication according to the patient's specific situation. Commonly used drugs are antibiotics, immunosuppressants, hormones, etc. For urinary tract infections, commonly used antibiotics are cephalosporins, quinolones, etc.

In terms of immunity**, the doctor will choose the appropriate drug according to the specific situation of the patient. Commonly used drugs are immunosuppressants, biologics, etc. These drugs can modulate the patient's immune system and reduce the damage to the body from the immune response.

In terms of symptoms, the doctor will choose the appropriate method according to the specific situation of the patient. Commonly used methods include hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, etc. These methods can help patients remove toxins and waste products from the body and maintain normal metabolic function of the body.

In everyday life, patients with systemic lupus erythematosus need to pay attention to the following:

1.Keep **clean and avoid infections;

2.Exercise properly to enhance immunity;

3.Eat a light diet and avoid spicy and irritating foods

4.Take your medication on time as instructed and have regular check-ups.

In conclusion, systemic lupus erythematosus with urinary tract infection is a relatively common complication that requires aggressive and preventive treatment. During the ** process, patients need to follow the doctor's instructions to take their medications on time and have regular check-ups to maintain stable condition and good health. At the same time, patients also need to pay attention to the care and maintenance in daily life to avoid infections and other complications.

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