EXAM #2 Autoimmune Diseases-Fibromyalgia Flashcards
An autoimmune disease is present when the body ______ to distinguish ______ from _______
fails; self from non-self
What are some etiologic and risk factors of autoimmune diseases regarding genes?
-Genetic
-single gene not identified
-clusters are present
-gene expression by epigenetics, remember factors that can influence genes
Who are the most affected by autoimmune diseases?
women (hormonal) > men
What is pathogenesis?
immune mechanism attacks self antigens sytemically
What are common S&S with MOST auto-immune conditions?
-GI S&S *gut largest number of immune cells
-Gradual Onset
-Inflammation
-persistent w/possible acute bouts
-local or systemic
-Myalgia/arthralgia
-Swollen lymph node(s)
-Typically affect > 1 part of the body
-Emotional changes
What are the general PT implications for autoimmune disease? (4)
-infection control
-exercise Rx
-nutritional guidance
-sleep health
What are the PT implications regarding medications for autoimmune disease:
-what medication?
-what does it do?
-side effects?
-corticosteroid medication
-prolonged use to suppress immune system response
-side effects: sleep/mood change, GI irritation, hyperglycemia, bone loss
What is the MOST serious side effect of Corticosteroid medications?
increased susceptibility to infection
What are the PT implications regarding the side effects of autoimmune disease medications?
-more susceptible to?
-PT should offset with?
-PT should avoid?
–more susceptible to fx, osteoporosis, avascular necrosis, etc.
–offset with WB and resistance exercise
–avoid JM
Lupus is seen primarily in ____________ and more common in ______________
young women; minorities
Why does Lupus have unique clinical manifestations & S&S?
no two people are the same
- What are S&S of Lupus involving skin and joints?
- -__________ MOST common S&S and target _____ , _________and _____
skin lesions, butterfly rash (across nose and cheeks)
-Arthralgia (joint P!); hand wrist and knee
What are other possible Lupus S&S?
Cardiopulmonary abnormalities and risk for thrombosis
Neurological including headaches, irritability, and depression
–cognitive deficits, seizures neuropathies, and even strokes
Urinary w/renal disease
Circulatortory w/anemia and amenorrhea
-Hepatitis may develop
PT implications often intervene during exacerbations by: (4)
-protection w/bracing assistive or ergonomic devices
-energy conservation
-monitor symptoms to maximize movement
-gentle and regular exercise -land and aquatic based
PT implications –exacerbations
–identify?
Identify triggers i.e., physical and environmental factors