Lupus

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Lupus
TermLupus
Short definitionlupus (LOO pus) A chronic, inflammatory connective tissue disease that can affect the joints and many organs, including the skin, heart, lungs, kidneys, and nervous system. It can cause many different symptoms; however, not everyone with lupus has all of the symptoms. 
TypeCancer terms
SpecialtyOncology
LanguageEnglish
SourceNCI
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lupus - (pronounced) (LOO pus) A chronic, inflammatory connective tissue disease that can affect the joints and many organs, including the skin, heart, lungs, kidneys, and nervous system. It can cause many different symptoms; however, not everyone with lupus has all of the symptoms. Also called SLE and systemic lupus erythematosus

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