Molecular hydrogen as an adjuvant therapy in severe lupus serositis with heart failure.

Molecular Hydrogen as an Adjuvant Therapy in Severe Lupus Serositis With Heart Failure: A Case Report on Immune Modulation and Fatigue Reduction.

Ying-Ju Lin, J Lu, Yuen-Shan Ho, S L Lui, T C Hsieh, Huikun Liu, K Q Wang, F J Liu

In Vivo

Jan 1, 2025

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Abstract

BACKGROUND/AIM: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by multi-organ inflammation and damage across multiple organs, typically managed with steroids and immunomodulators. However, prolonged use of these treatments is often associated with significant side effects, underscoring the need for adjunctive therapies that improve disease outcomes while minimizing adverse effects. Molecular hydrogen (H) has demonstrated potential as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent. This report discusses a case of SLE with cardiac complications, evaluating the therapeutic impact of molecular hydrogen therapy on fatigue, immune modulation, and cardiac function. CASE REPORT: A 51-year-old female with SLE and acute decompensated heart failure initially received steroids and immunomodulators for disease management. Subsequently, molecular hydrogen therapy was introduced as an adjuvant treatment. Over several months, her cardiac function showed notable improvement, evidenced by reductions in anti-dsDNA and anti-Ro52 antibody levels, and Pro-BNP levels, as well as favorable shifts in T and B cell subsets. Additionally, the patient experienced a significant reduction in fatigue. She successfully tapered off steroids while maintaining disease stability with ongoing molecular hydrogen therapy. CONCLUSION: This case highlights the potential of molecular hydrogen therapy as an adjuvant treatment in SLE, with observed benefits in immune modulation and fatigue reduction. Further studies are warranted to elucidate its therapeutic role and applicability in autoimmune diseases.