Rheum II Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Who does Lupus MCly occur in?
A
Young Black Females
2
Q
Lupus Etiology
A
Autoimmune disorder
Genetic Predisposition: HLA-DR2, HLA-DR3, +ANA
3
Q
What is the MC systemic sx in Lupus?
A
Fatigue
4
Q
What is the MC sx in Lupus?
A
Skin lesions:
- “Butterfly rash”
- Photosensitivity
- Cutaneous small vessel vasculitis
- Alopecia
5
Q
What reflex AB has the highest specificity and sensitivity?
A
Anti-dsDNA