Recently, China's health department released data showing that systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) has become one of the most common systemic autoimmune diseases in China, with more than 1 million patients and the second highest prevalence rate in the world. This disease poses a great threat to the health of patients, especially the kidneys, and is the most common organ affected by systemic lupus erythematosus.
According to health authorities, about 40%-60% of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus have kidney damage at the beginning of the illness. More worryingly, 17%-25% of patients with lupus nephritis can eventually progress to end-stage renal disease, leading to uremia and placing a heavy burden on patients' survival and quality of life.
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease that stems from a disorder of the body's immune system. According to statistics, the ratio of male to female patients is 1:9, that is, in 10 patients, 1 male patient and 9 female patients. In contrast, among children and the elderly, the proportion of men and women affected is relatively close.
Experts point out that in addition to the factors of genetic susceptibility genes, the external environment may also play a role in the pathogenesis of systemic lupus erythematosus. Although the exact mechanism of external factors is not yet clear, it is possible that it is related to certain unexplained antigens, such as certain viruses or chemicals, and these stimuli may cause the body's immune system to be confused, thus inducing the occurrence of lupus erythematosus.
Experts point out that the triggers of lupus erythematosus include but are not limited to respiratory colds, mental stress, various allergic reactions, and overexposure. It is worth mentioning that the ultraviolet rays in sunlight form an anti-inflammatory response to the ** surface, which has also been shown to be an important factor in the development of lupus erythematosus.
In order to better prevent and control systemic lupus erythematosus, health authorities have called for widespread awareness of the disease, improved diagnosis by health care workers, and encouragement for patients to seek medical attention in the early stages of the disease. At the same time, strengthen scientific research strength, in-depth research on the pathogenesis of diseases, and strive to find more effective means to provide better medical security for patients.
The release of the news has attracted great attention from all walks of life, and they have called on medical institutions and scientific research units to strengthen cooperation and work together to deal with the huge health challenge of systemic lupus erythematosus, and bring more hope and possibilities to patients.