Lupus erythematosus affects about 250,000 people in Europe. Mostly women suffer from it. In a special edition of Medexpress hosted by Violetta Zajk, president of the 3mmy się Razem Association, we host Dr. Katarzyna Romanowska-Próchnicka from the National Institute of Geriatrics, Rheumatology and Rehabilitation in Warsaw.
How do you explain the specifics of an autoimmune disease to a patient?
Published April 21, 2023 12:01
In an interview with Dr. Catherine Romanowska- Próchnicka, we talk about:
- specifics of lupus erythematosus disease
- The need for rapid diagnosis due to the varied course of the disease
- Treatment of lupus nephritis and difficulties in accessing biologic therapies
- Quality of life during ongoing therapy
- cooperation of the patient with the doctor
- Plans for the educational campaign "Surrounded"
