Beth, a dermatologist and rheumatologist are the specialists who treat cutaneous lupus, and ultraviolet light (from sun and artificial lighting) is vital to avoid triggering flares. Dairy avoidance can also be beneficial, as I've seen in a few patients with this. I'm unsure of what financial resources are available in Kenya, and I'm sorry to hear you are struggling! I hope your family and friends can help.
Managing cutaneous lupus and hair loss can be challenging, especially during a financial crisis. Here are some tips based on my knowledge base:
1. Insurance and Financial Assistance
- Look for programs that offer financial assistance for lupus medications and treatments
- Explore options for low-cost or sliding-scale Show Full Answer
I don't even have to stress to lose my hair. I can't afford the dermatologist's hair prescription so I've been trying OTC products. So far, no luck. Sorry about your financial difficulties.
Hello Niranjana, infact the last time I saw a dermatologist and rheumatologist is more than a year ago.This is because it's so expensive so I just get drugs from the pharmacy and no doctors check up.If I can get your help financially I would be so glad.The problem in Kenya is that they haven't recognised how serious lupus can be and they don't know its impact as well so it's challenging