research Approach to Patients with Suspected Rheumatic Disease
Doctors should use a detailed patient history and physical exam to diagnose joint pain, and consult a rheumatologist early for suspected autoimmune diseases.
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research Adult Kawasaki Disease: Report of Two Cases and Literature Review
Kawasaki Disease is rare and often missed in adults, who show different symptoms than children, and may benefit from early treatment.
research Microscopic polyangiitis secondary to Mycobacterium abscessus in a patient with bronchiectasis: a case report
A 70-year-old woman with bronchiectasis developed a rare immune disease due to a bacterial infection, requiring a difficult balance of treatments.
research Fundus changes in systemic lupus erythematosus
Regular eye exams are important for detecting serious complications in lupus patients.
research WHEN SILENCE TAKES OVER: A CASE OF CATATONIC SYNDROME REVEALING SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS
Catatonia can be a rare sign of lupus, needing careful diagnosis and treatment.
research P23 A case of visceral leishmaniasis presenting as seropositive erosive rheumatoid arthritis in an immunocompromised patient
Visceral leishmaniasis can mimic rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, especially in immunocompromised patients.
research Multiple ulcerative plaques on the folds
Ulcerative sarcoidosis in body folds is rare and improved with prednisone and hydroxychloroquine.
research Systemic Lupus Erythematosus—Vasculopathy/Vasculitis, Susac Syndrome, and Myasthenia Gravis
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease causing diverse symptoms and major organ involvement.
research Sequelae of COVID-19 among previously hospitalized patients up to 1 year after discharge: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Many COVID-19 survivors experience long-term symptoms like fatigue and sleep issues, needing ongoing medical support.
research Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) in the eastern region of Saudi Arabia. A comparative study
SLE patients in eastern Saudi Arabia have a generally good prognosis despite multi-organ involvement.
research Immediate and Delayed Complications of Dexamethasone Cyclophosphamide Pulse (DCP) Therapy
DCP therapy causes side effects like weakness, flushing, headaches, and taste changes, but less frequently causes hypertension and diabetes.
research Transient heart failure in an adult with kawasaki disease
An adult with Kawasaki disease experienced temporary heart failure but recovered without lasting heart damage.
research Persistence of Long-COVID symptoms in a heterogenous prospective cohort
Long-COVID symptoms can last more than a year and change over time.
research Post-acute COVID-19 syndrome and its prolonged effects: An updated systematic review
Long-lasting COVID-19 symptoms like fatigue and breathing difficulties can persist for over 60 days, requiring ongoing care.
research Pediatric Sjögren’s Syndrome: Focus on Ocular Involvement and Diagnostic Challenges
Early diagnosis using eye tests and lab markers can improve treatment for pediatric Sjögren's syndrome.
research Phase II study of safusidenib erbumine in patients with chemotherapy- and radiotherapy-naïve isocitrate dehydrogenase 1-mutated WHO grade 2 gliomas
Safusidenib erbumine shows promise as a treatment for certain brain tumors, but mild side effects like hair loss need attention.
research Efficacy and safety of dual-targeted therapy for refractory inflammatory bowel disease: a retrospective case series from three tertiary general hospitals in China
Dual-targeted therapy is effective and safe for difficult-to-treat inflammatory bowel disease.
research Effect of Vitamin D Supplementation on Post-COVID-19 Manifestations in Menoufia University Hospitals: A Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
Vitamin D supplements significantly improved post-COVID-19 symptoms in deficient patients.
research Syphilitic Alopecia: Report of a Challenging Case and Review of the Literature
A man with syphilitic alopecia and neurosyphilis was successfully treated with penicillin, leading to symptom improvement and resolution of hair loss.
research Anti-DFS70 sebagai Penanda Kejadian Autoimun Nonsistemik (Primary Billiar Cholangitis) pada Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Anti-DFS70 antibodies can help identify nonsystemic autoimmune conditions in SLE patients.
research Treatme nt of vitamin-D and calcium to children with hair defluvium
Vitamin-D and calcium effectively treat hair loss in children.
research Naevus trichilemmocysticus – the first paediatric case of a newly delineated organoid naevus
The first pediatric case of naevus trichilemmocysticus was documented.
research Fever and rash as initial signs of systemic autoimmune disease. Case Report.
Fever and rash can be early signs of lupus.
research Generalized maculopapular rash and fever
The man was diagnosed with lupus and improved with treatment.
research Repurposing existing drugs for COVID-19: an endocrinology perspective
Existing drug dexamethasone may lower death risk in severe COVID-19 cases; more research needed for other drugs.
research P063 Tracking down autoantibodies
A man developed autoimmune symptoms after the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, highlighting the need for thorough vaccine safety checks.
research Soft-tissue calcification in systemic lupus erythematosus
Soft-tissue calcification is rare in systemic lupus erythematosus.
research Lupus erythematosus: systemic and cutaneous manifestations
Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.
research Straight hair associated with interferon-alfa plus ribavirin in hepatitis C infection
ALA-PDT is effective and safe for chronic X-ray dermatitis, providing complete or partial remission.
research Sweet Syndrome as the Presenting Symptom of Relapsed Hairy Cell Leukemia
Sweet syndrome can be the only sign of hairy cell leukemia relapse.