Rheumatology Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the classic findings of SLE using a mneumonic
A
M: Malar rash
D: Discoid rash
S: Serositis (pleural or pericardial)
O:oral ulcers
A: arthritis, alopecia
P: photosensitivity
B:Blood cytopenias
R: renal- proteinuria or nephritis on biopsy
A: ANA
I: Immunologic: Anti DS dna, Anti smith, low complement, anti phospholipid
N: neurological- psychosis, delirium, seizure
