What is the relationship between a Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) flare and pulmonary edema?

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Relationship between SLE Flare and Pulmonary Edema

  • The exact relationship between a Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) flare and pulmonary edema is not explicitly stated in the provided studies, but there are instances where SLE has been associated with pulmonary edema 1, 2.
  • SLE is a systemic inflammatory disease that can affect any organ system, including the lungs, and pulmonary manifestations are common, occurring in 50-70% of patients 3, 4, 5.
  • Pulmonary edema is a rare manifestation of SLE, and it can be associated with acute lupus myocarditis 1 or as an initial hospital presentation of SLE 2.
  • The studies suggest that SLE can cause a wide range of pulmonary complications, including pleuritis, interstitial lung disease, vasculitis, pulmonary embolism, pulmonary hypertension, and infection 3, 4, 5.
  • Treatment of SLE-related pulmonary complications usually involves immunosuppressive agents, and in some cases, corticosteroid therapy has been effective in improving cardiac function and resolving pulmonary edema 2.

References

Research

Pulmonary manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus.

Seminars in respiratory and critical care medicine, 2014

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Pulmonary Complications of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus.

Seminars in respiratory and critical care medicine, 2019

Research

Pulmonary manifestations of systemic lupus erythematosus.

Clinics in chest medicine, 2010

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