Systematic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) Overview
SLE is an autoimmune disease that causes a chronic inflammatory condition. The inflammation triggered by SLE can affect many organs in the body, including skin, joints, kidneys, lung, and nervous system. Women (especially African-American and Asian women) have a higher risk than men for developing SLE.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
Not all patients with SLE have the same symptoms. The most common symptoms are joint pain, skin rash, and fever....
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