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The structured oral exam format is effective and well-received for teaching internal medicine.

Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease causing diverse symptoms and major organ involvement.

A young woman with visual issues and other symptoms was diagnosed with lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome, and improved with treatment.

EGFR cancer drugs often cause a rash, which can lead to distress and isolation, but may also improve outcomes for some cancer patients. Current treatments for the rash are limited, but a compound called menadione shows promise.

A woman with subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus had widespread skin symptoms triggered by medication and sunlight, which improved with specific treatments.

Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.

LALPS causes non-scarring hair loss along the Blaschko line, with unique trichoscopic findings.

Doctors should use a detailed patient history and physical exam to diagnose joint pain, and consult a rheumatologist early for suspected autoimmune diseases.

A girl with symptoms like an autoimmune disorder actually had HIV and a fungal infection, which was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to her death.

Targeted cancer therapies often cause serious skin problems that need careful management.

Autoimmune diseases can cause hair loss, and early treatment is important to prevent permanent damage.

The document provides advice on how to recognize and treat skin-related side effects of cancer drugs known as EGFR inhibitors.

The document concludes that eyelash trichomegaly, which is the abnormal growth of eyelashes, can be present from birth, caused by diseases, or result from certain medications.

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

Hydroxychloroquine may help delay skin damage in lupus patients.

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

Hair loss in lupus patients indicates higher disease activity.

The 2012 criteria are better for diagnosing atypical lupus cases.

Skin, hair, and nail changes can help detect eating disorders early.

SLE is rare in Uganda but often has complications and overlaps with rheumatoid arthritis.

A TNFAIP3 gene mutation can cause unusual and varied symptoms of lupus and Sjogren's syndrome.

An 18-year-old girl improved with treatment after being diagnosed with both Systemic Lupus Erythematosus and Celiac Disease.

A patient with Rhupus was diagnosed with Rowell syndrome and treated with various medications.

ANA-negative lupus nephritis can be diagnosed and treated effectively with a comprehensive approach.

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

A man developed autoimmune symptoms after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting the need for thorough vaccine safety checks.

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

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.

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.