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Q Fatigue is a huge struggle for me due to autoimmune challenges. Do you have any suggestions on how I can improve my quality of life?
A Autoimmune diseases are conditions in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body’s own cells and tissues.
These diseases can cause awide range of symptoms, including generalised fatigue, aches, pains and stiffness, and can affect various organs and systems in the body.
While autoimmune diseases cannot be cured, there are strategies and treatment options available to help manage your symptoms and improve quality of life.
It’s so important to have ahealthy diet –you are what you eat! Eating a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins can help support your overall health and alleviate your symptoms.
However, eating highly processed foods and protein supplements may aggravate bowel symptoms if there is already inflammation present.
Also, engaging in regular, gentle physical activity can help improve joint mobility, reduce pain and boost your overall wellbeing.
However, it is so important that you consult with ahealthcare professional to determine the appropriate level and type of exercise for your specific condition, too.
Feel the pressure
Q If I’m concentrating hard, I will randomly have a nosebleed. Why does this happen, and should I be worried?
A Nose bleeds can be associated with autoimmune conditions and may indicate inflammation of the mucosal lining of the nose and respiratory tract, and/or blood vessels. Other causes may be hypertension (high blood pressure), or an infection of the nose or sinuses.
Sometimes stress can increase the blood pressure and heart rate, that can cause the nose to bleed.
Other common causes are:
• Fragile blood vessels that bleed easily in warm dry air, after exercise or with stress.
• An infection of the nose lining, sinuses or adenoids.
• An allergy that causes hay fever or coughing, too.
• Trauma –including falls, bumps or nose-picking.
• An object that has been pushed up the nose.
I would recommend that you see your doctor to determine the true cause.
Protein problems
Q I’ve started exercising more so I’m upping the amount of protein in my diet. However, I’ve been having severe bowel cramps
