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… Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) On this page: What … joint pain or swelling (arthritis) , a fever, and a skin rash . You may have mouth sores and hair loss. Over time, … help diagnose lupus. These criteria include the butterfly rash and joint swelling. How is lupus treated? Treatment for …
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… Lupus and Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview Lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus) doesn't usually affect a woman's …
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… Complications of Lupus On this page: Overview Overview People who have lupus may develop problems with different organs and systems … such as the spleen or lymph nodes. Some people with lupus produce antibodies that attack certain blood-clotting …
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… Lupus: Criteria for Diagnosis On this page: Overview Related … Overview The following criteria are used to distinguish lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE) from other … over a period of time. footnote 1 Butterfly ( malar ) rash on cheeks Rash on face, arms, neck, torso (discoid …
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… Antibody Tests for Lupus On this page: Overview Overview … for specific antibodies to help clarify the diagnosis of lupus . They include: Anti-dsDNA (antibodies to DNA). … called La). These antibody tests are often positive in lupus and can provide support for a diagnosis if the …
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… Lupus: Healthy Eating On this page: Overview Related … To date, no diet is known to cure, prevent, or relieve lupus (systemic lupus erythematosus, or SLE) symptoms. But poor nutrition …
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… Diaper Rash On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care … Check Your Symptoms Overview Diaper rash (diaper dermatitis) is the most common skin problem in … The skin may look red, raw, scalded, or burned. A diaper rash is uncomfortable. But in most cases, it's not a serious …
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… Heat Rash On this page: Overview Overview What is heat rash? Heat rash ( prickly heat ) is a red or pink rash usually found on …
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… Lupus and Antiphospholipid Antibody Syndrome On this page: … Overview About 1 out of 3 people with lupus produce an antibody that attacks certain … syndrome need to be closely monitored. Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythematosus) Citations …
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… Vaginal Rashes and Sores On this page: Overview Overview A rash in your vaginal area ( vulva ) may be caused by … many sources, such as clothes rubbing against the skin. Rashes that occur without other symptoms are usually minor …
