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What Is Systemic Lupus?

Monday, September 22nd, 2008

Systemic lupus erythematosus (also known as SLE or lupus) is a chronic inflammatory disease affecting the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs and/or nervous system. Sufferers may have skin rashes, arthritis, fatigue and fever, and symptoms may come and go in prolonged waves. Essentially, systemic lupus is like a civil war, with your ...