Systemic Lupus Erthematosus Flashcards
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Pathophysiology of SLE
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A chronic and progressive autoimmune disorder in which inflammatory and immune attacks occur against multiple self tissue and organs
2
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Risk Factors
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Triggers for Expression:
1. Infection
2. Injury
3. Drugs
4. Hormones
5. Exposure to environmental substances (ultraviolet light)
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