Rheumatology & Haematology — Flashcards

What is the biggest trigger for SLE? _____

SLE patients have a life expectancy approx. _____ years shorter than the general population.

Hint: How many?

_____ ethnicity is more commonly affected by SLE

SLE is associated with _____ and discoid rashes, especially upon exposure to sunlight

Diffuse proliferative glomerulonephritis (DPGN) is a common cause of death in patients with _____

What HLA subtypes are associated with SLE? _____

Which antibodies are specific, but not sensitive for SLE? _____

Hint: 2

On examination a joint affected by gout appears _____ & swollen

What is the first-line management for fibromyalgia? _____

Pseudogout typically affects _____ joints than gout

Hint: smaller/larger