Progress in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research

Lupus is a condition of chronic inflammation caused by an autoimmune disease. Sometimes lupus can cause disease of the skin, heart, lungs, kidneys, and joints. When only the skin is involved, it is called discoid lupus. When internal organs are involved, it is called systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This work presents the research in the field.