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Rheumatology
Guideline
Mucocutaneous manifestations serve as diagnostic indicators for various systemic diseases and paraneoplastic syndromes
Skin and Mouth Signs May Signal Serious Internal Diseases
This narrative review synthesizes the clinical significance of mucocutaneous signs as indicators for conditions including SLE, dermatomyosit…
Certain skin and mouth changes can serve as important clues for doctors to identify underlying conditions like lupus, infections, and metabo…
Frontiers
Aug 16, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Meta-analysis identifies 101 genetic risk loci including 12 novel sites for systemic lupus erythematosus
Genetic study finds 12 new lupus risk genes
This meta-analysis of multi-ancestry individuals identified 101 risk loci, including 12 novel ones, associated with systemic lupus erythemat…
A large genetic study uncovered 12 new lupus risk genes, offering clues for future treatments and drug repurposing.
Aug 12, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Circulating galectin-3 levels are significantly higher in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Higher levels of galectin-3 found in patients with lupus
This meta-analysis of 397 SLE patients and 433 controls found that circulating Gal-3 levels were significantly higher in the SLE group (SMD …
New data shows that people with systemic lupus erythematosus have significantly higher levels of a protein called galectin-3 than healthy in…
Aug 11, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Neuroimaging meta-analysis identifies specific structural and functional brain alterations in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus
Brain Imaging Reveals Specific Patterns in Lupus Patients
This meta-analysis of neuroimaging data evaluates structural and functional MRI findings in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)…
New brain imaging analysis shows specific areas of activity and structure change in people with systemic lupus erythematosus.
Aug 4, 2026
Rheumatology
Sys. Review
Anifrolumab shows higher odds for BICLA response compared to belimumab in systemic lupus erythematosus
New data helps doctors choose between two lupus treatments
This network meta-analysis of 8607 adult patients with SLE evaluated belimumab and anifrolumab plus standard of care. The analysis found tha…
Comparing two different biologics for lupus shows both are effective, but one may offer better results for specific symptoms.
Aug 3, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Tacrolimus significantly reduces urine protein compared to MMF, placebo, and intravenous cyclophosphamide
Tacrolimus shows promise for managing specific kidney markers in lupus nephritis
This meta-analysis of 1187 patients with lupus nephritis evaluates the efficacy and safety of tacrolimus. Findings indicate significant redu…
New data suggests tacrolimus can help lower protein levels in the urine and improve certain blood markers for patients with lupus nephritis.
Aug 3, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
Black and Indigenous patients are under-represented in recent randomized controlled trials for systemic lupus erythematosus
Trial Data Shows Diverse Patients Underrepresented in Lupus Research
This meta-analysis of 63 studies from 2014 to 2024 identifies significant demographic imbalances in clinical trials for systemic lupus eryth…
Recent analysis shows that many ethnic and racial groups are underrepresented in clinical trials for systemic lupus erythematosus.
Aug 3, 2026
Rheumatology
Sys. Review
Medicinal and edible plants offer potential immunomodulatory mechanisms for various autoimmune diseases
Medicinal Plants May Offer New Ways to Manage Autoimmune Diseases
This narrative review synthesizes the immunomodulatory mechanisms of medicinal and edible plants (MEPs) in conditions such as lupus, rheumat…
Medicinal and edible plants may help manage conditions like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and colitis by targeting specific immune system pat…
Frontiers
Aug 3, 2026
Neurology
Sys. Review
GDF15 acts as a multi-node signaling hub in inflammatory skin diseases and systemic sclerosis
Growth Factor GDF15 Linked to Skin Aging and Inflammation
This narrative review explores GDF15 as a signaling hub affecting melanocyte activity, fibroblast collagen synthesis, and the IL-23/Th17 axi…
A protein called GDF15 may play a key role in skin aging, pigmentation, and inflammatory conditions like psoriasis.
Frontiers
Aug 2, 2026
Rheumatology
Meta-analysis
FGF/FGFR signaling systems provide diverse mechanistic targets across multiple systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases
New research maps potential targets for several autoimmune diseases
This evidence-informed review synthesizes the role of FGF/FGFR signaling in conditions including Rheumatoid Arthritis, SLE, and SSc-ILD. The…
Researchers are mapping out how specific proteins might help manage conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus by targeting tissue repai…
Frontiers
Jul 24, 2026
Allergy & Immunology
Sys. Review
Genistein shows potential to attenuate inflammation and reduce disease severity in autoimmune conditions
Genistein may help reduce inflammation in several autoimmune diseases
This mini review synthesizes preclinical evidence on genistein for autoimmune diseases including SLE, RA, and type 1 diabetes. Findings sugg…
A review of genistein shows it could lower disease severity and inflammation for people with conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis.
Frontiers
Jul 6, 2026
Rheumatology
Phase III
Belimumab linked to higher remission and low disease activity rates in SLE without glucocorticoids
Trial shows belimumab improves remission rates for lupus patients
A post hoc analysis of phase III trials found that belimumab plus standard therapy led to higher rates of DORIS remission and LLDAS attainme…
A new analysis of clinical trials shows that the drug belimumab helps more people with lupus reach specific remission goals compared to a pl…
Jul 4, 2026
Questions about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
How do biologics compare to targeted drugs for treating systemic lupus erythematosus?
Biologics (e.g., anifrolumab, belimumab) and targeted drugs (e.g., telitacicept, upadacitinib) both treat SLE, but network meta-analyses show telitacicept may outperform belimumab for SRI-4 response, while anifrolumab and deucravacitinib work better for skin symptoms. Safety prof
Full answer →How common is female sexual dysfunction in women with systemic lupus erythematosus according to recent studies?
Recent studies show that about 59% of women with systemic lupus erythematosus experience sexual dysfunction, which is significantly higher than in healthy women.
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