Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Ankle Joint Pain
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Diagnosis
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Prognosis
Symptoms
SLE symptoms may develop slowly over months or years, or they may appear suddenly. Symptoms tend to vary among patients and different symptoms can occur at different times.
Common symptoms of SLE include:
- Joint pain and stiffness, which is often accompanied by swelling and redness. The joints most affected are fingers, wrists, elbows, knees, and ankles.
- Skin rash, including the characteristic butterfly rash on the face that extends over the bridge of the nose and cheeks. Rash can also...
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