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lupus  

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  • Understanding lupus (also known as systemic lupus erythematosus or SLE) can be a very difficult task because it is such a complex disease. Lupus can affect different organ systems, such as the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, blood vessels, and brain. [Source: Encyclopedia of Global Health; Lupus]

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