Tachycardia Treatment Options
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What is the estimated prevalence of SLE in the general population?

  • 0.5%
  • 0.01%
  • 1%
  • 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?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of estrogen on SLE incidence?

    <p>Increased incidence after puberty, decreased incidence after menopause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common feature of drug-induced SLE?

    <p>Presence of anti-histone antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical presentation of drug-induced SLE?

    <p>Atypical presentation with systemic features and serositis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Early mortality due to active SLE, late mortality due to atherosclerosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of UV radiation on SLE?

    <p>It increases the incidence of SLE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of cytokines in SLE?

    <p>They are involved in the inflammatory process and tissue injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

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