December 2010 in “Elsevier eBooks” Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease causing diverse symptoms and major organ involvement.
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus is more common in women aged 31-40, often worsened by sunlight, and confirmed by specific lab tests.
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February 2023 in “International Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” TB can mimic SLE symptoms, so doctors should consider TB in such cases.
January 2022 in “Indian Journal of Paediatric Dermatology” A 13-year-old girl was diagnosed with juvenile lupus, showing only hair loss as a symptom.
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November 2004 in “Medicine” Older adults diagnosed with lupus show less severe symptoms but have a lower survival rate, often due to age-related factors.
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August 2005 in “Veterinary dermatology” A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
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June 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy” COVID-19 vaccines can trigger autoimmune flares but are still beneficial for patients with autoimmune conditions.
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September 2009 in “Psychosomatics” A girl initially thought to have a psychiatric disorder was later found to have a lupus-related condition, which improved with proper treatment.
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April 2010 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Hydroxychloroquine showed some potential, but overall, the three drugs had limited success in treating lupus in dogs.
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March 2021 in “Rheumatology and Immunology Research” Chinese patients with systemic lupus erythematosus commonly experience oral ulcers, arthritis, alopecia, skin rash, and nephritis.
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February 2018 in “Journal of Patient-Reported Outcomes” New tools were created to help lupus patients report their symptoms and impacts more accurately.
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October 2014 in “Scottish medical journal” Nitrofurantoin may cause sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
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August 2020 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss from chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus can sometimes be reversed with early, aggressive treatment.
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April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” A man developed a rare skin condition and drug-induced lupus, highlighting the need for biopsy in diagnosing skin issues caused by sunlight.
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April 2012 in “Informa Healthcare eBooks” November 2024 in “International Medical Case Reports Journal” Glucocorticoid treatment in lupus can cause oral lesions, which need early diagnosis and comprehensive care.
Selective immunotherapies like anifrolumab and belimumab are more effective for treating systemic lupus erythematosus than traditional drugs.
Gender-specific analysis could improve treatment for childhood systemic lupus erythematosus.
April 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Selenium supplements can help improve symptoms and metabolic markers in lupus patients.
February 2024 in “Journal of Paediatrics and Child Health” Hormonal changes and social stress may link lupus and eating disorders in teens.
November 2023 in “Circulation” Minoxidil can cause a rare but serious condition that leads to fluid buildup around the heart and drug-induced lupus.
January 2023 in “Fiziksel tıp ve rehabilitasyon bilimleri dergisi” SLE should be considered when investigating the cause of a stroke to prevent more strokes.
December 2021 in “Journal of Rheumatic Diseases” Early treatment of pediatric lupus-related eye issues is crucial to prevent vision loss.
February 2018 in “Egyptian Journal of Radiation Sciences and Applications” Patients with Discoid Lupus Erythematosus have lower vitamin D and antioxidant levels and higher oxidative stress.
September 2011 in “International Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Hair loss can occur in people with systemic lupus erythematosus.
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May 2017 in “Medical Science Monitor” Myositis in lupus patients is linked to skin rash, hair loss, blood issues, and high disease activity.
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April 2011 in “Pediatric Nephrology” New treatments for lupus show promise, but more research is needed, especially for children.
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February 2020 in “Chinese Medical Journal” Undiagnosed lupus can cause severe complications after epidural anesthesia, leading to muscle weakness and potentially death.
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March 2023 in “International journal of rheumatic diseases” Relatives of lupus patients show signs of immune system activity but not full-blown lupus.
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December 2022 in “Sultan Qaboos University medical journal” The machine learning model accurately predicts Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Omani patients.