Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
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What is the most common form of lupus?

  • Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE)
  • Neonatal lupus
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) (correct)
  • Drug-induced lupus erythematosus (DILE)

Which organ is commonly involved in SLE and can lead to lupus nephritis?

  • Kidneys (correct)
  • Lungs
  • Heart
  • Liver

What is considered likely etiological factors for SLE?

  • Environmental pollution
  • Bacterial infection
  • Diet and exercise
  • Hormonal and immunological features, genetic predisposition (correct)

What are typical findings in SLE?

<p>Malar rash (facial butterfly rash), arthritis, fever, and fatigue (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What laboratory studies support the diagnosis of lupus?

<p>Presence of antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) and antigen-specific ANAs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of lupus can occur independently from SLE?

<p>Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are potential manifestations of SLE?

<p>Neuropsychiatric systemic lupus erythematosus (NPSLE), cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which criteria do not need to be fulfilled to make a diagnosis of SLE?

<p>$2019$ EULAR/ACR classification criteria for SLE (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the variable disease presentation in SLE usually characterized by?

<p>$3$ phases of remission and relapse (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the common symptoms in SLE?

<p>Fever, fatigue, malar rash (facial butterfly rash). (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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