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What are symptoms of Systemic lupus erythematosus?
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect many parts of the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, lungs, and brain. Symptoms of SLE can vary widely from person to person, and they may come and go or wax and wane over time.
Some of the most common symptoms of SLE include:
* Fatigue
* Fever
* Joint pain
* Swelling in the hands, feet, and face
* Skin rashes, including the butterfly rash
* Dry eyes
* Mouth sores
* Hair loss
* Weight loss
* Weakness
* Shortness of breath
* Swollen lymph nodes
* Abdominal pain
* Memory loss
* Seizures
SLE can also cause a number of other problems, including anemia, low blood platelets, and kidney problems.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to see your doctor so that they can rule out SLE and other possible causes.