Lupus nephritis: Lupus nephritis is an inflammation of the kidney caused by systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a disease of the immune system. SLE causes harm to the skin, ... more about Lupus nephritis.
Lupus nephritis: Kidney damage caused by lupus. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Lupus nephritis is available below.
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Lupus nephritis is an inflammation of the kidney caused by systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), a disease of the immune system. SLE causes harm to the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain. (Source: excerpt from Lupus Nephritis: NIDDK)
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