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| name = Lupus vasculitis | |||
| image = [[File:Cutaneous_small-vessel_vasculitis.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Cutaneous small-vessel vasculitis | |||
| field = [[Rheumatology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Skin rash]], [[joint pain]], [[fever]], [[fatigue]] | |||
| complications = [[Kidney damage]], [[neurological complications]], [[organ damage]] | |||
| onset = Typically in [[young adults]] | |||
| duration = [[Chronic]] | |||
| causes = [[Autoimmune disorder]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[environmental factors]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Blood tests]], [[biopsy]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Other vasculitides]], [[infections]], [[drug reactions]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corticosteroids]], [[immunosuppressive drugs]], [[biologics]] | |||
| prognosis = Variable, depends on severity and response to treatment | |||
| frequency = Rare | |||
}} | |||
'''Lupus vasculitis''' is a serious condition that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own blood vessels, causing inflammation and damage. This condition is a common complication of [[Systemic lupus erythematosus|lupus]], a chronic autoimmune disease. | '''Lupus vasculitis''' is a serious condition that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own blood vessels, causing inflammation and damage. This condition is a common complication of [[Systemic lupus erythematosus|lupus]], a chronic autoimmune disease. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of lupus vasculitis can vary greatly depending on which blood vessels are affected. Common symptoms include: | The symptoms of lupus vasculitis can vary greatly depending on which blood vessels are affected. Common symptoms include: | ||
* [[Rash|rashes]] on the skin | * [[Rash|rashes]] on the skin | ||
* [[Fever|fevers]] | * [[Fever|fevers]] | ||
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* [[Chest pain|chest pain]] | * [[Chest pain|chest pain]] | ||
* [[Shortness of breath|shortness of breath]] | * [[Shortness of breath|shortness of breath]] | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Lupus vasculitis is caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking the body's own blood vessels. This can occur as a result of [[Systemic lupus erythematosus|lupus]], a chronic autoimmune disease. | Lupus vasculitis is caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking the body's own blood vessels. This can occur as a result of [[Systemic lupus erythematosus|lupus]], a chronic autoimmune disease. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of lupus vasculitis typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include: | Diagnosis of lupus vasculitis typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include: | ||
* [[Blood test|Blood tests]] | * [[Blood test|Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Urine test|Urine tests]] | * [[Urine test|Urine tests]] | ||
* [[Biopsy|Biopsies]] of affected tissues | * [[Biopsy|Biopsies]] of affected tissues | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for lupus vasculitis typically involves medications to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. These may include: | Treatment for lupus vasculitis typically involves medications to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. These may include: | ||
* [[Corticosteroid|Corticosteroids]] | * [[Corticosteroid|Corticosteroids]] | ||
* [[Immunosuppressant|Immunosuppressants]] | * [[Immunosuppressant|Immunosuppressants]] | ||
* [[Chemotherapy|Chemotherapy drugs]] | * [[Chemotherapy|Chemotherapy drugs]] | ||
In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair damaged blood vessels. | In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair damaged blood vessels. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Systemic lupus erythematosus]] | * [[Systemic lupus erythematosus]] | ||
* [[Vasculitis]] | * [[Vasculitis]] | ||
* [[Autoimmune disease]] | * [[Autoimmune disease]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | [[Category:Autoimmune diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Vascular diseases]] | [[Category:Vascular diseases]] | ||
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| Lupus vasculitis | |
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Skin rash, joint pain, fever, fatigue |
| Complications | Kidney damage, neurological complications, organ damage |
| Onset | Typically in young adults |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Autoimmune disorder |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, environmental factors |
| Diagnosis | Blood tests, biopsy, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Other vasculitides, infections, drug reactions |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs, biologics |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, depends on severity and response to treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Lupus vasculitis is a serious condition that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own blood vessels, causing inflammation and damage. This condition is a common complication of lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of lupus vasculitis can vary greatly depending on which blood vessels are affected. Common symptoms include:
- rashes on the skin
- fevers
- fatigue
- joint pain
- swelling in the legs or ankles
- chest pain
- shortness of breath
Causes[edit]
Lupus vasculitis is caused by the immune system mistakenly attacking the body's own blood vessels. This can occur as a result of lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of lupus vasculitis typically involves a combination of physical examination, medical history, and laboratory tests. These tests may include:
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Biopsies of affected tissues
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for lupus vasculitis typically involves medications to suppress the immune system and reduce inflammation. These may include:
In severe cases, surgery may be required to repair damaged blood vessels.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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