Treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus

Kathryn P. McKeon, Simon H. Jiang

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    Abstract

    Systemic lupus erythematosus should be suspected in individuals with one or more classic symptoms. Diagnosis is made clinically and supported by serology. Reducing sun exposure is central to the management of lupus. Hydroxychloroquine is first-line treatment unless contraindicated and is useful in almost all manifestations of lupus. Other treatments are titrated against type and severity of organ involvement. Monoclonal antibodies have a limited role in the management of lupus.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)85-90
    Number of pages6
    JournalAustralian Prescriber
    Volume43
    Issue number3
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jun 2020

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