Abstract
A century ago syphilis was regarded as the great masquerader. Its modern equivalent is lupus. It may present to a wide range of specialists and its outcome, while much improved, remains uncertain in a significant number of patients.
MeSH terms
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Biomarkers / blood
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Cardiovascular Diseases / etiology
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Female
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Health Status Indicators
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Humans
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Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / complications
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Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / diagnosis*
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Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / rehabilitation
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Male
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Osteoporosis / etiology