Jansz Jacqueline, Manansala Michael J, Sweiss Nadera J
Internal Medicine, University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, USA.
Rheumatology, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, USA.
Cureus. 2023 Mar 17;15(3):e36302. doi: 10.7759/cureus.36302. eCollection 2023 Mar.
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease that has a wide range of manifestations and can affect nearly every organ system. Skin manifestations are a common finding in SLE. They are often photosensitive and can be exacerbated by exposure to ultraviolet light. Here, we discuss the case of a 34-year-old African American woman who presented with periorbital edema while 12 weeks pregnant. This case highlights the importance of avoiding sun exposure in patients with SLE and the challenge of treating SLE during pregnancy.
系统性红斑狼疮（SLE）是一种自身免疫性疾病，有广泛的临床表现，几乎可累及每个器官系统。皮肤表现是SLE的常见症状。它们通常对光敏感，暴露于紫外线下会加重。在此，我们讨论一例34岁非裔美国女性病例，该患者在怀孕12周时出现眶周水肿。此病例凸显了SLE患者避免阳光照射的重要性以及孕期治疗SLE的挑战。
