Isolated Lupus-Associated Protein-Losing Enteropathy in a Resource-Limited Centre
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Sytemic lupus erythematosus presenting with protein losing enteropathy in a resource limited centre: a case report
INTRODUCTION Systemic lupus erythematosus is a disease which may initially present with varying symptoms, most commonly a photosensitive rash and arthritis. Protein losing enteropathy is a recognized but rare presenting manifestation. Diagnosing protein losing enteropathy in resource limited centres is challenging but possible through the exclusion of other possible causes of hypoalbunaemia. ...
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عنوان ژورنال: Cureus
سال: 2021
ISSN: 2168-8184
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.15826