Psychosis can be an early sign of neuropsychiatric lupus, treatable with tailored medication.
April 2023 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Lower GPX4 mRNA levels are linked to higher disease activity and symptoms in lupus patients.
Early identification of lupus through skin signs and blood tests is crucial in India.
March 2022 in “Más dermatología” Chronic lupus and frontal fibrosing alopecia can occur together, but their connection is unclear.
January 2018 in “Przegla̧d dermatologiczny” The Polish Dermatological Society recommends personalized treatment for cutaneous lupus, including lifestyle changes, medications, and monitoring, with specific drugs for severe cases.
November 2017 in “Journal of Surgical Academia” Visual field defects in lupus nephritis can be caused by hypertensive retinopathy, not glaucoma or medication toxicity.
June 2017 in “Journal of evolution of medical and dental sciences” Most lupus patients in coastal Kerala had skin-specific lesions that could help diagnose the disease, and non-specific skin issues were linked to more severe, systemic lupus.
January 2014 in “Revista del Centro Dermatológico Pascua” Cutaneous lupus can cause permanent hair loss by damaging hair follicles.
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February 2009 in “Autoimmunity Reviews” The European Society of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus created a questionnaire to standardize patient assessment and improve care for cutaneous lupus.
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January 2020 in “Rheumatology Advances in Practice” SLE is rare in Uganda but often has complications and overlaps with rheumatoid arthritis.
December 2025 in “Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine” Early recognition and tailored treatment are crucial for managing overlapping systemic lupus erythematosus and systemic sclerosis.
May 2025 in “Journal of Diverse Medical Research Medicosphere” More research is needed to understand and manage angioedema in pregnant women with lupus.
Hair chemicals don't cause SLE but may increase skin issues in those with SLE.
Older men with late-onset lupus have a higher mortality rate than women.
February 2021 in “Indonesian Journal of Perinatology” Most pregnancies with SLE resulted in intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR).
A TNFAIP3 gene mutation can cause unusual and varied symptoms of lupus and Sjogren's syndrome.
September 2015 in “Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine” Recognizing and treating overlap syndrome in connective tissue diseases is crucial.
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August 2005 in “Veterinary dermatology” A disease causing skin issues in young adult German short-haired pointers is hereditary, with most affected dogs not responding to treatment.
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September 2005 in “Best Practice & Research Clinical Rheumatology” The document concludes that treating tough skin disease in lupus involves sun protection, steroids, antimalarials, and various other therapies chosen based on individual risks and benefits.
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April 2010 in “Veterinary Dermatology” Hydroxychloroquine showed some potential, but overall, the three drugs had limited success in treating lupus in dogs.
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January 2014 in “Anais Brasileiros de Dermatologia” Lupus treatment requires a combination of drugs and therapies, with research needed for new options.
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March 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A woman with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease developed lupus-like skin lesions, improved with treatment, suggesting a unique skin condition in carriers.
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October 2014 in “Scottish medical journal” Nitrofurantoin may cause sub-acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
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May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” Living with lupus as both a patient and doctor improved understanding and care for others.
December 2025 in “Clinical Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” A rare lupus case on the chin was successfully treated with steroids and immunomodulators after accurate diagnosis using advanced imaging techniques.
May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology” Lupus patients in Ghana face healthcare challenges, and the Oyemam Autoimmune Foundation is working to improve awareness and support.
Gender-specific analysis could improve treatment for childhood systemic lupus erythematosus.
December 2017 in “Revista Brasileira de Saúde Materno Infantil” Pregnant women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus have a higher risk of blood clotting problems.
June 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” Absence of skin rash and low complement C3 levels increase the risk of lupus nephritis.
April 2024 in “JMIR infodemiology” TikTok videos show that people with Lupus often discuss symptoms and their significant impact on mental health, face diagnostic delays, have mixed views on treatments, and feel isolated despite support.