Oils for Lupus

[Zavv]

Good evening you may have read from my earlier post that a good friend of mine has been diagnosed with Lupus. Is there any specific oils I can use when massaging her that may help her condition?
Any advice much appreciated.
Thank you
Linda x

 

[epheskJet]

I would consider what her main symptoms are. In other words if she get a lot of joint pain and fatigue you will use a different combination than if it is mainly affecting say her skin or she is experiencing sleep difficulties and/or depression.

Lupus being an autoimmune disorder you could also aim to balance the immune system so something like lemon in low dilution (max 1% or 2 drops in 10mls carrier oil) may be useful.

If you could indicate what her main symptoms are that would be helpful then we can be more specific.

 

[Happy Mommy :D]

Thanks Earthbabe. I believe her main symptoms are extreme fatigue and joint pain.
Much appreciated
Linda x

 

[ShaZoloiuu]

Starting with low dilution you could try Plai, Sweet Marjoram, Lavender and possibly Ginger for joint pain. Rosemary and Black Pepper are stimulating so possibly not best if she is really fatigued, although if the fatigue eases they may be of use. Basil in low dilution can be a useful tonic and she could try any of the citrus oils as they are uplifting without being profoundly overstimulating - I'd suggest Lemon or Grapefruit ideally organic.

Geranium and Lavender are also balancing. If your friend feels the cold she could also consider warming oils such as Nutmeg which can also be useful for pain as can Cinnamon Leaf and Clove Bud although all three of these have to be used in very low dilution as they can be irritant. Ginger is also helpful here.

It may be worth her seeing a professional aromatherapist who can make her up a blend specific to her needs. In my experience conditions such as lupus need a thoroughly holistic approach so reiki or crystal therapy or something similar in conjunction with aromatherapy would be of additional benefit.