Lupus (SLE) in Children, Pediatric Lupus: Causes & Treatment
WEBSystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common type of lupus among children and adults. And it’s what most people mean when they talk about lupus in children. Other terms that refer to lupus in children include: Childhood-onset lupus, or childhood-onset SLE. Juvenile-onset lupus, or juvenile-onset SLE. Pediatric lupus.
Lupus in Children & Teenagers | HSS Pediatric Rheumatology
WEBNov 4, 2022 · Juvenile Lupus (SLE) Juvenile lupus (also known as juvenile systemic lupus erythematosus or juvenile SLE) is an autoimmune disease in which the body produces antibodies which attack its own cells. This causes inflammation and subsequent damage to multiple organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, nervous system, heart and lungs.
Lupus and teenagers | Lupus Foundation of America
WEBPeople of all ages, genders, and racial and ethnic groups can develop lupus. But certain groups are at higher risk than others, including: In the United States, at least 1.5 million people have lupus — and about 16,000 new cases of lupus are reported each year.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Children and Young People
WEBFeb 10, 2021 · Juvenile-onset systemic lupus erythematosus ( (j)SLE) is an autoimmune/inflammatory disease that results in significant damage and disability. When compared to patients with disease onset in adulthood, jSLE patients exhibit increased disease activity, damage and require more aggressive treatments.
Pediatric Lupus - Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
WEBWhat is lupus? Systemic lupus erythematosus, also known as SLE, or simply lupus, is a disease characterized by inflammation of — and damage to — the organs, skin, and joints. The kidneys, heart, lungs, and brain are the organs most commonly affected. Lupus affects each child and adult differently.
Pediatric Lupus (Systemic Lupus Erythmatosus) - Boston Children's Hospital
WEBAlso known as SLE, this illness: is a chronic (meaning lifelong) autoimmune disorder with no known cause or cure; affects about 5 million people worldwide, most often adolescent girls and younger women (15 to 44) can target various parts of the body, including the skin, joints, blood, and vital organs like the kidneys, heart, lungs, and brain
Lupus in Kids: Types, Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Healthline
WEBMay 30, 2023 · Black females have the highest risk of SLE with an estimated rate of 230.9 per 100,000 people. SLE is called pediatric lupus or juvenile-onset SLE when it develops in people under the age of 18.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Children and Adolescents
WEBThe hallmark of SLE is the malar, or butterfly rash. The rash is seen in 60 - 85% of children with SLE, is generally described as erythematous, raised, non-pruritic, and non-scarring. The rash often extends over the nasal bridge, affects the chin and ears, but spares the nasolabial folds (Figure 1).
Lupus (for Teens) | Nemours KidsHealth
WEBSystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is the most common kind of lupus. It can affect many organs in the body. Cutaneous (or skin) lupus usually affects only the skin with rashes on the scalp, legs, or arms. Drug-induced lupus happens as a reaction to some medicines.
What Is Lupus? Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatment
WEBMar 18, 2023 · Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) About 70 percent of people diagnosed with lupus have this form, making it the most common. In some people, the disease is mild and may cause only rash and...
Skip to content