Authored by Dr Harsh Sharma, Edited and Peer Reviewed by Dr. Pooja Sharma
Published April 6, 2023, Last updated April 6, 2023
What is SLE
SLE or Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is a chronic autoimmune disease. Another name for it is Lupus. An autoimmune disease is one in which the natural immunity of the body starts attacking one’s body instead of defending it. SLE is an inflammatory disease and causes inflammation of various systems and tissues in the body. It may not follow a straight course and often has a lot of remissions and recurrences. The following 5 Homeopathic medicines for SLE have shown very good results in its treatment –
- Sepia
- Apis Mel
- Arsenic Album
- Belladonna
- Hydrocotyle
Before we come to the specific indications pointing towards a particular medicine, let us understand a bit more about SLE.
Who is affected by SLE?
SLE or Lupus is often called the women’s disease. That is because its incidence is mostly in women with 90 % of the cases being females. It most commonly starts in young women who are of child bearing age. It does affect men, older women and children also. In ages below 18 and above 50, the incidence of Lupus is almost equal in males and females. Also, it is more common in African American and Asian women as compared to European women.
What causes SLE or Lupus
Modern science has not been able to pinpoint any one particular reason for the incidence of SLE. Although there are stronger chances of having lupus if one of your family members has it, SLE is not at all a hereditary disease. It just means that the chances of having lupus increases if one of your immediate family members has it.
Some environmental factors could also be possible offenders. These include childhood exposure to agricultural pesticides, silica dust, smoke and UV rays. Having birth weight less than 2500 gm or being more than 1 month preterm may also be a contributing factor. Deficiency of vitamin D is also present in a lot of autoimmune diseases.
Diagnosing SLE or Lupus
It is quite difficult to diagnose Lupus or SLE as there is no specific test that can diagnose it. The symptoms are quite vague and generalized making it difficult even for a clinical diagnosis. All the same, a few tests are helpful in making the right diagnosis. These are ANA, presence of more than 0.5g protein or casts in urine, low Haemoglobin, low WBC, low platelet count and low lymphocyte count.
Symptoms of SLE or Lupus
Symptoms of SLE or Lupus vary from patient to patient. Often the symptoms are quite vague and doctors tend to mistake them for many other diseases. It can attack a number of systems of the human body including the kidneys, heart, lungs, joints, bones and skin. The disease tends to attack one or more of the systems in each individual patient. Depending upon the systems that SLE affects in an individual, the symptoms can vary quite widely. It is unlikely that 2 cases of SLE will be similar. The usual symptoms of lupus in various body systems are as follows-
- Fever- There is chronic fever. The usual causes of fever are not present but the fever persists. It is often low grade fever.
- Skin – There is often rash on the skin, more so on the face. It is quite often a characteristic butterfly shaped rash on the face. This rash is present in about 30-60% of the affected patients. There may be hair loss and ulcers in the mouth or on the skin.
- Photosensitivity- The skin is quite sensitive to sun and exposure to sun can cause itching, redness and eruptions on the exposed area.
- Joints- It affects the joints quite often and may have arthritis. Pain and swelling of the joints are often the first symptoms for which patients seek medical opinion. Arthritis may involve small joints of the hands, wrist and knees. The arthritis is often asymmetrical which means that it does not involve same joints of both sides. The pain is often much more as compared to the swelling of the joint.
Systemic symptoms of SLE or Lupus
- Kidneys-Kidneys are the most common internal organs involved, with almost half of SLE patients having kidney involvement. There is inflammation in kidneys and this affects their ability to filter. This often results in excessive protein loss in urine. There may also be blood in the urine. In most of the cases, there is no pain in the kidneys.
- Heart- Pericarditis is the most common manifestation of heart involvement in SLE patients. This often presents as chest pain that improves on leaning forwards. Heart failure may also result in some cases of lupus.
- Lungs-Inflammation of the pleurae of the lungs can cause many symptoms associated with the respiratory system. Pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary haemorrhage and interstitial lung disease may occur.
Treatment of SLE in the conventional system of medicine or Allopathy
There is hardly any treatment available in allopathic system of medicine that can cure lupus or SLE. Doctors devote all the energy to treating and managing the predominant symptoms of SLE. The inflammatory process of the disease damages various body systems and one can observe corresponding symptoms in each patient.
NSAIDs are the first line of treatment. In severe cases, allopathic doctors give steroids and immune-suppressants for prolonged periods to control this inflammation. This prolonged use of steroids often has severe side effects. It becomes a challenge to use steroids judiciously so as to minimize their side effects and keeping the inflammation under control.
Homeopathic treatment of SLE or Lupus
As SLE is an autoimmune disease, Homeopathy is a much better option to treat it. The homeopathic medicines are able to reform and reset the immune system which has gone amok. Although it is a time taking process and shows results over a period of time, it is the best possible alternative for treatment of SLE.
5 best Homeopathic medicines for SLE or Lupus
The following medicines are the best for the treatment of Lupus or SLE based on the symptoms of each individual patient and those of the medicines-
Sepia- Best Homeopathic medicine for SLE starting around menopause
Apis – Best Homeopathic medicine for Lupus with kidney disease
Arsenic- Best Homeopathic remedy for SLE with respiratory symptoms
Belladonna – Best Homeopathy medicine for SLE with fever
Hydrocotyle- Best Homeopathic medicine for Lupus with skin symptoms
I am giving a few indicative details of all medicines below to give an idea about the scope of these medicines. This does not in any way mean that one should start taking these medicines with limited knowledge and understanding of the disease and these medicines. It is best to stay under the treatment of a qualified and an experienced homeopathic doctor for the treatment of Lupus.
1. Sepia- One of the best Homeopathic medicines for SLE starting around menopause
In cases where lupus begins around or just after menopause, Sepia is one of the best homeopathic medicines for SLE. There are hot flashes with weakness and increased sweating. The patient may tend to faint easily. The mental picture is such that the patient is irritable and is indifferent to her close family members too.
2. Apis – Best homeopathic medicine for SLE or Lupus with kidney disease
When there is involvement of the kidneys, Apis is one of the best homeopathic medicines for Lupus or SLE. There are casts in the urine. It causes inflammation of the kidneys and the urine is scanty. Burning and stinging pain while urinating is often present. Oedema of various body parts results with puffiness of eyes being a common symptom. The patient is usually thirstless and drinks little water.
3. Arsenic Alb- One of the best homeopathic medicines for SLE with respiratory symptoms
When there is interstitial disease of the lungs or any other involvement of the lungs, Arsenic is one of the best homeopathic medicines for SLE. There is cough which is worse after midnight and on lying on back. Expectoration is white, frothy and scanty. Anxiety and restlessness are common accompanying symptoms. There is intense thirst though the patient only takes one sip at a time.
4. Belladonna – One of the best homeopathic medicines for SLE with fever
When intense fever is present, Belladonna is one of the best homeopathic medicines for SLE or lupus. The skin is red, hot and flushed. There is throbbing pain in the carotid arteries. Mouth and throat are dry but still there is aversion to water. There is violent palpitation and throbbing. One can feel it in the heart and sometimes in the whole of the body.
5. Hydrocotyle- Best homeopathic remedy for SLE with skin symptoms
When there is extensive involvement of skin, Hydrocotyle is one of the best homeopathic remedies for lupus. There is dryness of the skin and even the eruptions on the skin are dry in nature. There are scaly eruptions on the body. Exfoliation of skin is common. The skin becomes thick and dry. There is intolerable itching, more so in the soles of feet.
FAQs about SLE or Lupus
Is SLE contagious?
SLE is an autoimmune disease and not an infectious disease. This means that it cannot spread from one person to another and is not contagious.
Does lifestyle affect Lupus?
Yes, it is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise, eating more fruits and vegetables, avoiding stress and smoking help control SLE.
Is Homoeopathy safe for SLE patients?
Yes, it is absolutely safe for SLE patients to take Homeopathy. Homeopathic medicines work on body’s immune system and set it right. Once that happens, the patient is able to lead a symptom free and medicine free life.
Are there any side effects of the homeopathic medicines for SLE?
No, there are no side effects of the homeopathic medicines for SLE. These medicines are absolutely safe and can be taken without any worry.
Can pregnant women take Homeopathic medicines for Lupus?
Yes, pregnant women can take homeopathic medicines for SLE without any worry. These medicines are absolutely safe and even can be taken by lactating women. Even young children can take Homeopathy for lupus.
Can Homeopathy be used alongside allopathic medicines for Lupus?
Yes, you can continue both treatments side by side. There is no interaction between the two.
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My daughter was diagnosed SLE at the age of 13, and she has been taking allopathic medicines since then. No external symptoms, except hair loss. I am planning to shift her treatment to homeopathy. Want to know whether there is proper treatment in homoeopathy for SLE.
My daughter is suffering from SLE , First she had suffer from fever,headache,and body pain after treatment suddenly her eyesight become poor evening not properly see now her skin not completely formation.I hope you can suggest how she can see fully with the help of homeopathic medicine.
Lupus diagnosis with skin rash on face and body. Itchy and scaly. Worse in sun. Which remedy is best for this please? Thank you.
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My mother is diagnosed with SLE in2014
Now she feels weak in heart n Respiratory problems with mood swings
Can she take homeopathic medicine
Which ones are best for her
As disease started with low fever 9 years ago n took omnacortil 2.5 regularly
Please advise
Which Homeopathic medicines are best for her
She is around 80 years of age
Hi my name is meghana
I was first diagnosed with sle at the age of 15
At first I got fever which led to decrease of platelet count and my skin was itchy and unbearable
After visiting few doctors I came to know that it is an auto immune disease called sle
I have been on steroids for 4 yrs which has effected my bones
I got avascular necrosis on hip joints
One is at stage two and other at stage 4
So stage two condition is treated by operation
Core decompression and right leg stage four was unable to operate so what treatment should I get to reduce the pain and I am unable to fold the right leg plz help me
My daughter 12 years 6 months old is diagonised with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and positive Quantiferon gold test . Please suggest me how to treat the disease
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I am sle patient 31/female/unmarried.
I was diagnosed with SLE 2 years ago. Symptoms were fever/muscular tingles/ weakness in body/ acidity/ mouth ulcers/hair loss(scaling)/ calcium deficiency/ low platelets /
Rashes on face/ mental fogging/ anxiety and depression. Was later on diagnosed with pcod and vasculitis. I was taking alopathic medications for those 2 years but recently stopped it i dont want to rely on alopathy for long term treatment. Need help with the homeopathic treatment
Can sle result in rectocele and cyst on kidney?
Can it cause fluctuation in bp & sugar level?
My wife has SLE disease
From 2 years with Kidney involvement
Please prescribe homeopathic medicine
Hi m 23 years old…i was diagonosed with sle 2years back..i got sle flare in between…currently m on following medications:
Mmf 2 gm / day
Wysolone 5 mg
Hcqs 200mg
Calten d 500mg
I don’t want to live with this or any disease..
Kindly guide me if homeopathy can reverse my lupus..
Thanks
i cant afford costly medicine.I have SLE/32 years/50 kg.ANA positive.has swan fingers,extensive skin problems.suggest
homeopathic medicine some kind soul help
my daughter 30 had SLE(Small tissue connectivity disorder) from 2005 and was on steroids and anti inflammatories.She developed vasculatis in 2010 and was given rituximab.Thereafter it seemed as though the disease has gone,but now it has come back with rashes all over her face palms and exposed portions.She also has dry cough profound at night.she has leukorrhea always.Will some homeopathic medication help.Pl suggest and oblige
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My wife is tested positive for SLE in ANA, the current symptoms are fever and fatigue. We investigated and came to know there is no cure in allopathic so, just like to know what is the treatment in homeopathy and any chance of cure. Please suggest what we cab expect.
Daughter’s sle is now in remission. It began in june 2015. Last visit in march this year rheumatologist said she is doing fine. She is taking MMF 500 mg (twice) and hcqs 200 with iron and vit d supplements.She has been on a very restricted diet since August 2017. The fear of flare up is always in mind. Can homeopathy completely cure. and can she eat regular food. Please help
I’m SLE patient… Please suggest with homeopathic treatment
hi l am suffering from Sle Nephritis .having protien 2+ in urine sometimes reports show negitive protien in urine lhave severepain in hips back & pelvis feel lots of acidity and gas can ltake homeopathic treatment for pain and Sle
My daughter is recently diagnosed as suffering from ANA (Auto immune disease). This just a beginning. I do not want her to be treated by allopathic/steroids etc. having lot of side effects. Presently she had just started feeling pain in finger/ wrist joints and some breathing difficulty.
Please advise her the appropriate homeopathic treatment.
Thanks.
Suffering from lupus profondus, please guide for this disease
My wife is suffering from SLE hospitalized for 1 month ,now recovering ,
is it curable by Homeopathy
How to screen SLE in window period
My wife is SUFFERING from SLE,for last 3 years.Last month her condition was critical with hemoglobin 4.5 platelets 40000.she is now recovered little bit.now she is taking steroid with mmf 500 ,4 tablets a day.protin present in her urine.
Now her hemoglobin is 9.5,platelets are 90000.can she be treated with homeopathic medicines.please SUJJEST.
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I am suffering from SLE, Lupus Nephritis since a year.Previously ihad been suffereing from Nephrotic syndrome which may not have diagnosed Lupus as root cause. Currently I am taking allopathic medicines with gradually reducing steroids(5mg per day at present). My createnine level is 7. My current medications inclde Medorh 200, pyrogen 200, Lycopod 30, Cantha 200, Apis Mel 6, Aconite, Sulph NV 30. kindly Kindly let me know the purpose of these medications.
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I am suffering from SLE.I wanna know about the treatment you provide.
I have been diagnosed with sle and it’s been 10 yrs m surviving with it but suddenly now rashes becomes worst please guide to remove dis
My wife is suffering by sle
Dear sir my son 18 year old is suffering from sle disease since last two year ,Pls suggest .
My wife 51 years old and suffering from SLE since 2005, taking allopathic medicine e.g Wysolone 5. HCQS 200 for a long time and to be taken for life long as advised by Doctor.Does SLE cure through homeopathy treatment when patient is running with steroids for a long time.
My sister is 50 yrs, old, unmarried suffering from SLE since 1991, primarily the symptoms were fever with joint stiffness, myalgia and arthralgia…treated with steroids , immunomodulators like HCQ & MMF , menopausal …Now her problem is morning stiffness in hands and generalised myalgia, fatigue, lethargy,insomnia and eyes irritation … now on 5mgm wysolone, HCQ 200mgm , MMF S-360 . kindly advise the medication so as to get rid of steroids and get a sense of well being
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I am 20 years old. Lupus nephritis A.modern medicines are not responding. Protein in urine uncontrolled. Is homeopathic medicines are suitable for me?These medicines can I take along with modern medicine? I am living in trivandrum kerala.
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My sister is sufferinfg with sle from 4 years.
Is ther any homepathy treatment for sle to cure.
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My Sister in law is affected by SLE for more than 7 years and she use to take lots of allopathic medicine, steroyed tablets kindly guide me is there any possiblity to cure homepathic
Need assistance my patient is suffering from evance syndrome secondary to SLE,
My sister suffering since 20year Sle alophetic tritment but no response properly
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