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Both patients and physicians are often dissatisfied with the control of systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis.

Lupus is a complex disease that requires personalized treatment because it varies greatly between individuals.

A girl with hereditary chorea, likely Huntington's disease, had her condition worsened by lupus.

Systemic lupus erythematosus is diagnosed earlier in males than females.

Diagnosing new systemic lupus during pregnancy is hard but important for the health of the mother and baby.

Pregnant women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus have a higher risk of blood clotting problems.

Trichoscopy is useful for diagnosing and monitoring systemic lupus erythematosus, with certain hair and scalp changes indicating more active disease.

The guidelines suggest a detailed approach to diagnosing and treating lupus, with a focus on regular check-ups, personalized medicine, and a range of drug options for different cases.

The paper concludes that the 1982 criteria for diagnosing systemic lupus erythematosus need updating to improve accuracy and involve dermatologists in the process.

Different hair care practices and conditions affect African American hair and scalp health, requiring specialized knowledge for treatment.

Low serum complement levels in SLE patients don't always match with disease flares; monitoring C3 and C4 is useful, but cell-bound complement products might better indicate disease activity.

The document concludes that anti-dsDNA antibodies are not unique to SLE and their use as indicators is doubtful, highlighting the need for better understanding and classification of the disease.

The European Society of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus created a questionnaire to standardize patient assessment and improve care for cutaneous lupus.

Lupus treatment requires a combination of drugs and therapies, with research needed for new options.

Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus should have closely monitored pregnancies and avoid certain medications to improve their pregnancy outcomes.

Mnemonics help improve memory in dermatology by up to 50%.

About 8% of people with systemic lupus erythematosus have chronic scarring alopecia, with certain symptoms and positive antibodies increasing the risk, while immunosuppressants may lower it.

Skin problems are common and early signs of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and certain immune system markers are important for diagnosis and treatment.

The document explains various skin conditions and their treatments.

Hydroxychloroquine may help delay skin damage in lupus patients.

Skin problems are common in lupus patients and should be treated early to prevent worsening.

Early recognition and management of connective tissue diseases like lupus are crucial in young patients.

The new SLICC criteria for diagnosing lupus are more sensitive and accurate than the old criteria.

SLE should be considered in unexplained fevers, even in males.

Late onset SLE has different symptoms and antibody profiles compared to young onset SLE.

Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.

Recognizing specific skin features helps diagnose and manage lupus erythematosus effectively.

Gender-specific analysis could improve treatment for childhood systemic lupus erythematosus.

Skin issues like hair loss, rash, and sensitivity to sunlight are key signs of lupus activity.

Most skin rashes in rheumatoid arthritis patients were not caused by their medication, and careful evaluation allowed most to keep taking their beneficial treatment.