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An In-Depth Topic Review of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Published on May 20, 2004 by Michael D. Lockshin, MD in For Physicians

For Physicians 1. Definition 2. Pathogenesis 3. Clinical Presentation 4. Laboratory Findings 5. Differential Diagnosis 6. Initial Treatment 7. Long-term Management Issues 8. Prognosis 9. When to Refer 1. Definition Lupus is both an acute and a chronic autoimmune, multisystem illness. Lupus has several forms: systemic (SLE), discoid (DLE, scarring rash only), drug-induced (DILE), and

Autoimmune Disease: Does Sex Matter?

Published on May 2, 2004 by Michael D. Lockshin, MD in For Patients

Current Theories With some exceptions, autoimmune diseases affect far more women than men. For some time, physicians and researchers have been asking why this is so. The most popular theory to date has been that female hormones set the stage for diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus, Sjogren’s syndrome, and rheumatoid arthritis. But more recent

Guarded Prognosis

Published on February 8, 1999 by Michael D. Lockshin, MD in Guarded Prognosis

Guarded Prognosis: A Doctor and His Patients Talk About Chronic Disease and How to Cope With It ISBN: 9780809053452 ISBN10: 0809053454 Published: Farrar Straus & Giroux Publish Date: 1998-06-01 Pages: 288 Binding: Hardcover Dimensions: 1.01 L x 6.31 W x 9.31 H Description: When individual and broad social values clash, who should determine the course