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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Diagnosis
Manifestations:
 - Arthritis 69%
 - Malar rash 40%
 - Fever 36%
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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ... - Diagnosis Manifestations ... 69% - Malar rash ... Erythematosus #Diagnosis #autoantibodies ... #signs #symptoms
Lupus (SLE): Mucocutaneous Manifestations

 • Langerhan cells and keratinocytes release cytokines -> localized inflammatory response ->
Manifestations ... plugging -> Discoid Rash ... inflammation on skin ... Malar (butterfly) Rash ... pathophysiology #diagnosis #signs
Anti-NXP-2 Dermatomyositis

What?
DM with generalized subcutaneous edema
Pts have more myalgias, more severe weakness, and an increased prevalence
without these autoantibodies ... (blue-purple) rash ... • Erythematous rash ... chest (in a V-sign ... shoulders (in a shawl sign
Autoimmune Myositis - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Inflammatory Myopathies: Commonly symmetric proximal muscle weakness, no substantial muscle pain
) • Anti-Mi2 (skin ... Symptoms: • Gottron rash ... ) • Shawl sign ... Mechanic's hands Autoantibodies ... Extramuscular manifestations