A Case Report of Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia with Deep Vein Thrombosis in a 16-Year-Old Girl: Is It Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?

    November 2025 in “ Cermin Dunia Kedokteran ”
    Muhammad Buchori, Ivan Joalsen Mangara Tua, F. Corona, Kevin Sanjaya, Laily Mulyani
    TLDR A 16-year-old girl with autoimmune hemolytic anemia and deep vein thrombosis improved with treatment, possibly indicating systemic lupus erythematosus.
    A 16-year-old Asian girl presented with symptoms including leg pain, swelling, and a history of facial rash, hair loss, and oral ulcers, leading to a diagnosis of autoimmune hemolytic anemia and deep vein thrombosis, with suspected systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Despite the rarity of pediatric SLE, early recognition of its unusual manifestations is crucial. Her condition improved with corticosteroids and anticoagulant treatment.
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