BC Advantage - 2020 Issue 9

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Addressing Challenges of Diagnosis and Clinical Management

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or lupus is an autoimmune rheumatic disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body, causing pain and severe tissue damage involving multiple organ systems. Lupus can affect the joints, skin, lungs, kidneys, nervous system, blood vessels, and many other organs. SLE is a chronic disease that is often characterized by flares or worsening of symptoms followed by periods where symptoms decrease.   Types and Prevalence of SLEThere are four types of lupus: systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common type; cutaneous lupus, a type that causes skin disease...

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