Lupus

Lupus, technically known as systemic lupus erythematosus, is an autoimmune disease in which the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue in many parts of the body. Symptoms vary... Wikipedia

• Pronunciation:  -ik -loop -_]]
• Specialty:  Rheumatology
• Symptoms:  Painful and swollen joints, fever, chest pain, hair loss, mouth ulcers, swollen lymph nodes, feeling tired, red rash
• Usual onset:  15–45 years of age
• Duration:  Long term
• Causes:  Unclear
• Diagnostic method:  Based on symptoms and blood tests
• Medication:  NSAIDs, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants, hydroxychloroquine, methotrexate
• Frequency:  2–7 per 10,000
• Data source:  DuckDuckGo