Monotherapy

Monotherapy, which involves the use of a single drug to manage a condition or disease, often has limitations. Dr. Alena Guggenheim discusses this concept in the context of treating systemic diseases like lupus. She highlights the comparative ineffectiveness of relying solely on monotherapy, which could include medications like plaquenel and steroids, without incorporating lifestyle modifications. Guggenheim advocates for a systems-based approach that integrates various interventions, including medication, dietary changes, and social factors, which could potentially transform a patient's disease trajectory more effectively than monotherapy alone 1.