Case Study 76 SLE (76 SLE)

Case study 76: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 1. What is the relevance of this information to her disease? - Because Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can involve almost any organ and can present in many ways. Common features include skin and mucus membranes, Joints, kidneys, CNS, cardiovascular system, etc. 2. What is the significance of the patient’s family history? - SLE is a complex autoimmune disease that develops through the interplay of genetic, epigenetic and environmental facto...

1. What is the relevance of this information to her disease? Her age currently is 47, she had been diagnosed 18 years ago with SLE. This would put her at 19 years of age at diagnosis which is typical falling in between 15-45 years. Females are at a greater risk for SLE, 85%-90% of SLE patients are women. The occasional Naproxen and antacid use are normal. Naproxen can be used and effective for minor joint pain. Joint pain is a common manifestation of SLE. 2. What is the significance of the...

Case Study 76 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Name: HACC 1. What is the relevance of this information to her disease? 2. What is the significance of the patient’s family history? 3. Is this patient underweight, overweight, obese, or is this patient’s weight considered healthy and normal? 4. Explain the pathophysiology that underlies hair loss in this patient and the relevance of the abnormal ESR. 5. What might have caused the lack of energy in this patient, and what type of tests might be order...

Case Study 76 Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Name: HACC 1. What is the relevance of this information to her disease? 2. What is the significance of the patient’s family history? 3. Is this patient underweight, overweight, obese, or is this patient’s weight considered healthy and normal? 4. Explain the pathophysiology that underlies hair loss in this patient and the relevance of the abnormal ESR. 5. What might have caused the lack of energy in this patient, and what type of tests m...