December 2014
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20 Reads
La Revue de Médecine Interne
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December 2014
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20 Reads
La Revue de Médecine Interne
December 2014
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15 Reads
La Revue de Médecine Interne
October 2012
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19 Citations
Journal of Medical Case Reports
Introduction The occurrence of systemic lupus erythematosus has been only rarely reported in patients with sickle-cell disease. Case presentation We describe the case of a 23-year-old North-African woman with sickle-cell disease and systemic lupus erythematosus, and discuss the pointers to the diagnosis of this combination of conditions and also present a review of literature. The diagnosis of systemic lupus erythematosus was delayed because our patient’s symptoms were initially attributed to sickle-cell disease. Conclusions Physicians should be alerted to the possible association of sickle-cell disease and systemic lupus erythematosus so as not to delay correct diagnosis and initiation of appropriate treatment.
October 2012
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Journal of Medical Case Reports
June 2012
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La Revue de Médecine Interne
... The coexistence of sickle cell disease (SCD) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is of interest but seems to be a rare association, as only approximately over 40 similar cases have been reported in the literature in the last 50 years [1]. Individuals of African, Afro-Caribbean, or African-American descent, particularly women, are at a higher risk of developing both SCD and SLE as independent diseases. ...
October 2012
Journal of Medical Case Reports