Rheumatoid Arthritis/discoid Lupus Erythematosus Diagnostic Tests
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Treatment
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Complications
- Prognosis
Diagnosis
SLE can be difficult to diagnose. Symptoms can fluctuate and mimic those of other diseases. A doctor will make a diagnosis of SLE based on symptoms, medical history, physical exam and blood test for antinuclear antibodies. The doctor may also order other types of laboratory tests.
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) has a classification system for helping doctors diagnose, or exclude, SLE. According to the ACR, at least four of the 11 criteria should be present for a diagnosis of...
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Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus)
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
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Systemic lupus erythematosus
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Disseminated lupus erythematosus; SLE; Lupus; Lupus erythematosusSymptomsSymptoms vary from person to person, and may come and go. The condition may... Read more »
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Diagnosis
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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