Stat Consult: Sjögren Syndrome
This review provides a concise overview of the epidemiology, etiology, history, diagnostic criteria, and management of Sjögren syndrome.
Diagnosis & Disease Information
Lupus, RA Tied to Higher Risk for Adverse Obstetric, Birth Outcomes
Women with RA/SLE more often required hospitalization postpartum; infants of women with RA/SLE had more frequent rehospitalizations in first year of life.
Corticosteroids or Immunosuppressive Therapy Tapering Increases Flares in Stable SLE
Researchers assessed the effect of tapering of corticosteroids or immunosuppressive therapy on disease activity, flare rate, and remission among patients with stable systemic lupus erythematosus.
Dry Eye Risk Elevated in Patients With Migraine
Neurogenic inflammation has been identified as a common mechanism between dry eye and migraines.
Breakthrough Infections in Lupus Patients Down With COVID-19 Booster
Sixty-four percent of those with breakthrough COVID-19 had received booster compared with 82% of those without breakthrough infection.
Red Patches Over Face, Chest, and Upper Limbs
Prevalence estimates for SLE vary between 20 and 150 cases per 100,000 individuals and have been increasing with improved recognition of the disease.
Perinatal Outcomes Compared Among Black Women With and Without Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Researchers studied the risk for adverse perinatal outcomes among Black women with and without systemic lupus erythematosus.
Academic Performance Lower Among Children With Chronic Rheumatic Diseases
Researchers compared the grade 12 test results of patients with childhood-onset chronic rheumatic diseases and healthy participants, and determined the factors associated with these test scores.
DermDx: Diffuse Rash Affecting Fingertips
A 28-year-old woman presents with fever and a diffuse rash that extends to her fingertips. A year ago the patient was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus. What is your diagnosis?
Supporting Adolescent Rheumatic Patients’ Mental Health: 5 Issues of Concern
Adolescent patients with chronic rheumatic disease can be at risk for mental health issues that could cause a lower quality of life and impact their illness. What are some of these concerns?
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