-Stay away from the sun. It is recommended to use sun-protective clothing, creams, glasses and a hat, as ultraviolet light will activate the skin manifestations of the disease.
– Get enough rest, sleep, and do regular, non-strenuous exercise.
-Eat healthy. A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids (fish) or fish oil supplements has been shown to be beneficial in lupus.
– Vitamin D supplementation is also beneficial in lupus.
-Difficulties of living with lupus; It also brings along depression, anxiety, stress and low self-concern about the future. To cope with lupus:
Stay alive. Learn about your disease, but don’t get caught up in information pollution or unnecessary fears while doing research on the internet. Do not hesitate to ask your rheumatologist questions; because since he knows your involvement best, you can get the healthiest information from him as well. Talking to your friends and family to let them know about your disease; so you can make them understand and share your good and bad days.
Take time for yourself; Do reading, music, yoga or activities that will relax you.
By reaching support groups established for your illness, meet people with the same illness and learn about their stories, feelings and ways of coping, and share yours. Be at peace with your illness and learn to live with it. Remember that there are millions of people with the same disease as you.
