Title of article
A case of systemic lupus erythematosus with aplastic anaemia
Author/Authors
Ahmad, Saqib Qayyum PAF Hospital - Department of Pathology, Pakistan , Khan, Obaidullah PAF Hospital - Department of Internal Medicine, Pakistan , Zafar, Saerah Iffat PAF Hospital - Department of Radiology, Pakistan , Zafar, Saemah Nuzhat PAF Hospital - Department of Ophthalmology, Pakistan
From page
817
To page
819
Abstract
Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disorder, which has a rare association with aplastic anaemia. A young 26 years old lady who presented with a history of intermittent fever, microcytic anaemia, joint pains and mild degree of splenomegaly was investigated. Bone marrow examination showed aplasia. Serological tests revealed positive antinuclear antibody and anti double-stranded DNA tests. Patient was diagnosed as having aplastic anaemia with systemic lupus erythematosus, managed with steroids and being followed up for monitoring the response.
Keywords
Systemic lupus erythematosus , Aplastic anaemia , SLE with aplastic anaemia , Autoimmune disorders
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Record number
2651516
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