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Systemic lupus erythematosus

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Link to WHO Definition

Systemic lupus erythematosus – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/749596428

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a clinically multisystem disease, which is autoimmune in origin and is characterised by the presence of autoantibodies directed against nuclear antigens. Manifestations include rash, arthritis and fatigue, nephritis, neurological problems, anaemia and thrombocytopenia at the more severe end of the spectrum.

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