I have an elderly friend who has long term lupus. - LUPUS UK

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I have an elderly friend who has long term lupus.

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Now she has glaucoma. The drops for this are causing her terrible reactions. Can any one help please. Loss of appetite,dizziness,weight loss,depression to name a few.

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Hi Leebe,

If the drops are causing her discomfort I would recommend that she makes an appointment with her GP to see if there is an alternative that they can prescribe her which will suit her better.

Is he currently receiving treatment for her lupus?

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