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Alternate Name(s): Disseminated lupus erythematosus; SLE; Lupus; Lupus erythematosus ...... Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic, inflammatory autoimmune disorder . It may affect the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs.
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If you have lupus, your immune system attacks healthy cells and tissues by mistake. This can damage your joints, skin, blood vessels and organs. There are many kinds of lupus. The most common type, systemic lupus erythematosus, affects many parts of the body.
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The Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) is the foremost national nonprofit voluntary health organization dedicated to finding the causes of and cure for lupus and providing support, services and hope to all people affected by lupus...
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Introduction to Lupus ... about Lupus ... Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that can affect various parts of the body, especially the skin, joints, blood, and kidneys...
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Lupus — Comprehensive overview covers symptoms and treatment of lupus, including systemic lupus erythematosus. ... Lupus occurs more frequently in women, though it isn't clear why. Four types of lupus exist — systemic lupus erythematosus, discoid lupus erythematosus, drug-induced lupus erythematosus and neonatal lupus.
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Lupus erythematosus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lupus erythematosus is a connective tissue disease. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. Inflammation caused by lupus ...
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Lupus (SLE), diagnosis, symptoms of lupus, treatments, tests, lupus FAQ, tips, forum, chat room & more ... Lupus Site - a guide for lupus patients and their families...
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Lupus Overview ... Wonder what causes lupus? Lupus, an autoimmune disease, happens when the immune system attacks its tissues, causing inflammation, swelling, pain, and damage. ... If you have lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE), you may be extremely tired, have skin rashes, or have joint pain. If the disease is...
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