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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), commonly known as lupus, is a complex autoimmune disease that can affect multiple systems in the body. One of the lesser-discussed but critical aspects of lupus is its impact on creatine phosphokinase (CPK) levels, which can …
While lupus is more common in women, 10% of lupus patients are men. Understanding the symptoms of lupus in men is important. This article explores the unique manifestations of lupus in men, how it differs from women, and the …
The Direct Coombs test is a criterion in the systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) classification criteria. It is also known as the direct Coombs antibody test and the direct antiglobulin test (DAT).
The Coombs test (pronounced like Kooms test) is …
Around 200 genes have been identified that increase the risk of getting lupus. This partly explains why women are much more likely to get lupus than men. Understanding the hereditary nature of lupus is a …
Lupus, an autoimmune disease, predominantly affects women. Around 90% of lupus patients are women, while 10% are men. This post covers the early signs of lupus in females.
Lupus symptoms in women also vary depending upon their time in life, …
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Other causes of elevated protein are added to the blog post …
Some systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) are positive for anti-chromatin antibodies. This is an interesting antibody that has some interesting properties, and this article goes into detail about anti-chromatin antibodies and their significance in SLE patients.
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Anti-SSA is a positive blood test in many lupus and Sjogren’s disease patients. It is also called anti-Ro antibody. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) who are anti-SSA positive have an increased risk for some lupus complications like sun-sensitive rashes, subacute cutaneous …
I am Dr. Donald Thomas, MD, a rheumatologist treating hundreds of lupus patients for over 30 years. Read my first blog post here to understand why I started this website and blog about “The Lupus Encyclopedia” and “The Lupus Secrets”.
Dr. Don Thomas also enjoys educating and empowering doctors, medical students, nurses, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and patients.
