CONDITION AND TREATMENT OVERVIEW Lupus
Over 1.5 million people across the country are living with lupus. If you are one of are still struggling with managing lupus symptoms and experiencing flare-ups even after treatment, then it is time to talk to your doctor about infusion therapy. At Infusion for Health, we know that managing your symptoms can be difficult. We want to help. Give one of our offices a call to find out more about our treatment options, and how we can help you get your lupus symptoms and flare-ups under control.
What is Lupus?
Lupus also known as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is an inflammatory autoimmune disease that causes the body’s immune system to attack healthy tissues and organs.
Inflammation caused by lupus can affect many of the body’s systems, including:
- Joints
- Skin
- Kidneys
- Blood Cells
- Brain
- Heart
- Lungs
Some signs and symptoms of lupus include:
- Skin rashes, most commonly a butterfly-shaped rash across the nose and cheeks
- Joint and muscle pains
- Fevers higher than 100 degrees Fahrenheit
- Chest pains
- Hair loss
- Photosensitivity
- Kidney issues
- Mouth sores
- Fatigue
Causes of lupus are still not fully known. Some factors that can contribute to the development of lupus include:
- Sex- primarily affecting women
- Age- lupus symptoms typical develop between 14-40 years of age
- Race/ethnicity- lupus is more common in people of African, Hispanic/Latin, Asian, Native American, Hawaiian and Pacific Island descent.
- Family history
If left untreated lupus can be fatal.
How Can Lupus Be Treated?
There is no known cure for lupus. Treatments currently focus on managing patients’ symptoms and minimizing flare-ups. If you are living with lupus symptoms and are not experiencing relief with other medications, talk to your doctor about infusion therapy- an intravenous administration of medications. With infusion therapy patients experience faster more effective relief from lupus symptoms than with oral medications.
At Infusion for Health, we administer two infusion therapies to lupus patients. One medication we use to treat patients with lupus is Benlysta. Treatments typically last one hour every two weeks for six weeks, followed up with maintenance dose every four weeks.
In August 2021, the FDA, approved Saphnelo the only new medicine in over a decade for lupus patients. Saphnelo is administered as an intravenous infusion over a 30-minute period, every 4 weeks.
Why Infusion for Health is a Leader for Lupus Treatment
We know that starting regular infusion treatments can be overwhelming. That is why at Infusion for Health, your comfort and the quality of your care is our top priority.
On the day of your appointment, our knowledgeable, friendly staff will walk you through what to expect and discuss any potential side effects that may occur
For your infusion therapy you will be provided a private therapy suite that includes:
- Comfortable recliner
- Big screen TV
- Beverages
- As many warm blankets as you need
After treatments we will contact your care provider to discuss how everything is going so that your care team stays informed.
Let Infusion for Health Help You
We know that you have a choice when it comes to your infusion therapy treatments. Receive your infusion therapy in a comfortable, safe, worry-free environment at Infusion for Health. Learn more about how you can receive the highest in quality treatment, and care at one of our convenient clinics. Managing your lupus does not have to be overwhelming, we’re here to help. Give us a call today!
Looking to book an appointment?
