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Herbal medication triggering lupus nephritis - a case report
Anna Misya'il Abdul Rashid1, Fauzah Abd Ghani2, Liyana Najwa Inche Mat1
1Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Serdang, Selangor, 43400, Malaysia.
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies
|June 4, 2020
Summary
Herbal supplements may trigger lupus nephritis, a kidney condition. This case highlights the need for caution with traditional medicines, as they can cause autoimmune reactions and kidney damage.
Area of Science:
- Nephrology
- Immunology
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Herbal medications are popular alternative treatments, often claimed to boost immunity and protect against diseases like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Despite potential side effects, their accessibility and affordability make them preferred over conventional medicines.
- No prior reports linked traditional herbal products to lupus-like reactions, especially those affecting the kidneys.
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