A rheumatic diseases consultant and a member of the Board of Directors of the Friends of Health Association d. Sahar Saad is a set of medical advice for rheumatism patients who want to perform the rituals of Hajj, to ensure their safety and facilitate the performance of rituals safely, on top of which is not stress, avoiding exposure to the sun and wearing comfortable shoes, for a doctor’s review before traveling and carrying the necessary medicines.
According to Dr. Sahar Saad, the preparation before travel includes a doctor’s review and to ensure the stability of your health condition, and get a detailed medical report that includes the diagnosis, the drugs used, the results of the tests, the patients advise to carry a sufficient amount of medications, and keep additional copies in separate places in anticipation of any emergency, as well About sunlight. She advised rheumatism patients to obtain the necessary vaccinations, such as the seasonal influenza vaccine, according to the doctor’s recommendations, due to the wearing of muzzle while traveling to prevent infection.
While performing the Hajj pilgrimage, it called for keenness to get enough sleep (about 8 hours a day) to reduce stress, avoid exposure to the sun by using an umbrella or hat, and avoiding direct sunlight and using sunscreen every 4 hours, to drink adequate amounts of water regularly to maintain the moisture of the body, eating healthy and balanced meals, and reducing the eating of proteins, especially if you suffer from Gout, avoid fried and fatty foods that cause lethargy and indigestion, wearing comfortable medical shoes and pressure socks to reduce swelling and prevent legs of the legs.
In the event of difficulty walking, especially for immunosuppressive patients, friction of the joints of the knees, and for those who suffer from problems in the spine, she called for the use of moving chairs or crutches, explaining that if there is a swelling or pain and the appearance of swelling in the joints, cold compresses should be used, wearing pressures, and taking prescribed medications.
The consultant of rheumatic diseases and member of the Board of Directors of the Friends of Health Association, Dr. Saad Saad to invite everyone who feels symptoms such as fatigue or a high temperature to consult a doctor accompanying the campaign immediately.
