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ReviewCurrent rheumatology reviews2026

Integrative Rheumatology: A Holistic Approach to the Management of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Ailia Ali, Kichul Ko, Kimberly Trotter

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Review in Current rheumatology reviews, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors.

Ailia AliDepartment of Medicine, Section of Rheumatology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, United States.ORCID 0000-0002-7849-697X
Kichul KoDepartment of Medicine, Section of Rheumatology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, United States.
Kimberly TrotterDepartment of Medicine, Section of Rheumatology, The University of Chicago, Chicago, United States.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundIntegrative medicine, which combines complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) with conventional treatments, is increasingly utilized by patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) to manage their condition.

objectiveThis study aims to review the CAM available for SLE patients.

methodsStudies focusing on CAM interventions in patients diagnosed with SLE were identified via PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar through a systematic search conducted to identify relevant articles published up to May 2024.

resultsThe potential therapeutic roles of specific micronutrients (vitamins A, C, D, and E), macronutrients (omega-3 fatty acids and probiotics), and supplements (ginger, turmeric) were examined, detailing their mechanisms and emerging evidence supporting their use. Additionally, the roles of dietary changes and mind-body interventions were discussed.

conclusionDespite the absence of established guidelines for supplementation and other interventions, this review emphasizes the need for personalized approaches tailored to individual characteristics and comorbidities. Healthcare providers are encouraged to enhance their knowledge of these CAM modalities to optimize patient care and improve overall quality of life for SLE patients.

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Complementary TherapiesHolistic HealthIntegrative MedicineLupus Erythematosus, SystemicRheumatologyDietary SupplementsHumansalternative medicinearthritiscomplementary medicineintegrative medicineQOLSystemic lupus erythematosus

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