Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a

chronic

 autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage in the affected organs. It can affect the joints, skin, brain, lungs, kidneys, and blood vessels.
You can't necessarily prevent lupus, but you can avoid the factors that trigger your symptoms. For example, you can: Limit your time in direct sunlight if sun exposure causes a rash. You should always wear sunscreen with an SPF of 70 or higher that blocks both UVA and UVB rays.
Symptoms

Fatigue

common

Skin rash and redness

  • At face, Butterfly rash

  • Occurs or worsens with ultraviolet light

common

Joint pain

  • Elbows

  • At wrist

  • In fingers

  • Knees

  • Moves from one joint to the other

common

Fever

  • Lasting 4 weeks or more

  • Greater than or equal to 38°C (100.4°F)

common

Anemia

common

Muscle pain

common

Chest discomfort

  • Occurs or worsens with deep inspiration

  • Right side, Left side, Center of the chest

common

Intolerance to light

Thinning or loss of hair anywhere

Mouth ulcers

A sudden and temporary alteration of muscle tone, movements or behavior

  • Lasting 15 minutes or more, Lasting less than 15 minutes

  • More than a single episode in a 24 hours, Single episode in 24 hours

  • Focal, Generalized

Treatment
SLE treatment consists primarily of immunosuppressive drugs that inhibit the activity of the immune system.
Recommended specialist

If you have Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, then a visit to a rheumatologist is highly recommended.

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