Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
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Symptoms associated with Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus
The following symptoms have been associated with Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Abdominal distention
Distention of the abdomen....
Abdominal pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) and perc...
Alopecia
A noncongenital process of hair loss, which may progress to partial or complete baldness....
Arthralgia
Joint pain....
Chest pain
An unpleasant sensation characterized by physical discomfort (such as pricking, throbbing, or aching) localize...
Dark urine
An abnormal dark color of the urine....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Dyspnea
Difficult or labored breathing. Dyspnea is a subjective feeling only the patient can rate, e.g., on a Borg sca...
Edema
An abnormal accumulation of fluid beneath the skin, or in one or more cavities of the body....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hematuria
The presence of blood in the urine. Hematuria may be gross hematuria (visible to the naked eye) or microscopic...
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Reduced consciousness
Abnormally diminished level of attention, responsiveness, or wakefulness....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Skin rash
A red eruption of the skin....
Vomiting
Forceful ejection of the contents of the stomach through the mouth by means of a series of involuntary spasmic...
Tests used to investigate Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Anti-dsDNA Antibodies
Supports diagnosis and monitoring of systemic lupus erythematosus....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus?
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a health condition described in medical literature. Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
What are the symptoms of Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus?
Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is associated with 17 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Abdominal distention, Abdominal pain, Alopecia, Arthralgia, Chest pain, Dark urine. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus include ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies), Anti-dsDNA Antibodies, CBC with Differential, Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.