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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus SLE is a chronic autoimmune disorder. SLE may affect the skin, joints, kidneys, and other organs.
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Causes, incidence, and risk factors SLE (lupus) is an autoimmune disease. This means there is a problem with the body's normal immune system response. The underlying cause of autoimmune diseases is not fully known. SLE may be mild or severe enough to cause death.
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Lupus syndrome Symptoms vary from person to person, and may come and go. The condition may affect one organ or body system first. Others may become involved later.
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Symptoms Almost all people with SLE have joint pain and swelling. Chest pain when taking a deep breath Fatigue Fever with no other cause General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling (malaise) Hair loss Mouth sores Sensitivity to sunlight Skin rash -- a "butterfly" rash Swollen lymph nodes
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Treatment There is no cure for SLE. Treatment is aimed at controlling symptoms. Your individual symptoms determine your treatment. Mild disease that involves a rash, headaches, fever, arthritis, pleurisy, and pericarditis does not need much therapy.
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