This episode covers systemic lupus erythematosus. Written notes can be found at https://zerotofinals.com/medicine/rheumatology/sle/ or in the rheumatology section of the 2nd edition of the Zero to Finals medicine book. The audio in the episode was expertly edited by Harry Watchman.
Apr 2024
Diagnosis and Treatment of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
<p>Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) can present at any age and is associated with immune-mediated damage to multiple organs and increased rates of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and disability. New treatments have been FDA approved. Caroline H. Siegel, MD, MS, discusses this a ... Show More
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Sep 2019
#171 Lupus in Primary Care with Beth Jonas MD
Diagnose and treat lupus in primary care with tips from rheumatologist, Beth Jonas MD, FACR (UNC). We discuss the history and exam findings in lupus, initial lab workup, the dreaded ANA, who needs expanded lab testing, lifestyle factors in lupus, vaccinations, the basics of treat ... Show More
54m 57s
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<p>Even if you haven’t watched the TV show House MD, you’re probably familiar with the phrase “it’s never lupus”. But have you stopped to consider <em>why</em> it’s never lupus? Or why lupus is so often suspected in the first case? Well, dear listeners, this episode aims to get a ... Show More
1h 46m
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Lupus Nephritis: Diagnosis, Classification, Treatment, and The Role of The Pediatrician
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