bone, joint, and muscle disorders
Overview of Autoimmune Disorders of Connective Tissue
Treatment
Corticosteroids and/or other drugs that suppress the immune system Many autoimmune disorders of connective tissue are treated with corticosteroids, other drugs that suppress the immune system (immunosuppressive drugs), or both. , are at risk of fractures related to Osteoporosis . To prevent osteoporosis, these people may be given the drugs used to treat osteoporosis, such as bisphosphonates, (see Prevention ). It is also important for them to get recommended vaccinations, such as the In people who have overlap diseases, doctors treat symptoms and organ dysfunction as they develop. Although many people who have autoimmune disorders of connective tissue have tried changing their diet to reduce the inflammation caused by these disorders, as of now there are no compelling scientific data that an "anti-inflammatory" diet can alter the course of autoimmune disorders. 