Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus is also known as SLE and Multi-systemic immune mediated disease

Description

Systemic Lupus Erythematous is an immune-mediated disease which can affect many different organ systems. The immune system is directed against various tissues of the body and immune complexes cause a type III hypersensitivity reaction. The condition is documented in cats and dogs but the etiology is not known. The disease has been reported in colonies of dogs suggesting that there may be a genetic or infectious component to the cause.

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Pathogenesis: Type III hypersensitivity