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What is the estimated prevalence of SLE in the general population?

0.5%

0.01%

0.05% (correct)

What is the ratio of females to males affected by SLE?

20:1

5:1

10:1 (correct)

15:1

What is the common association with SLE in terms of genetics?

HLA-A3/B35

HLA-B8/DR3 (correct)

HLA-B27/DR2

HLA-A1/B8

What percentage of SLE patients have a positive family history?

10% Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of estrogen on SLE incidence?

Increased incidence after puberty, decreased incidence after menopause Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of drug-induced SLE?

Presence of anti-histone antibodies Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical presentation of drug-induced SLE?

Atypical presentation with systemic features and serositis Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason for the bimodal mortality pattern in SLE?

Early mortality due to active SLE, late mortality due to atherosclerosis Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of UV radiation on SLE?

It increases the incidence of SLE Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of cytokines in SLE?

They are involved in the inflammatory process and tissue injury Signup and view all the answers