Overview
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation that can affect multiple organ systems. Management focuses on controlling disease activity and preventing flares, often involving a combination of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic strategies.
Management
Non-pharmacologic management should be tailored, person-centered, and participatory, complementing pharmacotherapy 1.
Patients should be offered education and support for physical exercise 1.
Patients should be offered education and support for smoking cessation 1.
Patients should be offered education and support for avoidance of cold exposure 1.
Photoprotection should be provided 1.
Psychosocial interventions should be provided 1.Key Recommendations
Non-pharmacologic management of SLE should be tailored, person-centered, and participatory 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
Patients should be offered education and support for physical exercise 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)
Patients should be offered education and support for smoking cessation 1. (Evidence: Expert opinion)References
1 Parodis I, Girard-Guyonvarc'h C, Arnaud L, Distler O, Domján A, Van den Ende CHM et al.. EULAR recommendations for the non-pharmacological management of systemic lupus erythematosus and systemic sclerosis. Annals of the rheumatic diseases 2024. link