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Systemic Lupus Erythematosus - Glossary

Written by - Dr. Simi Paknikar, MD

Medically Reviewed by - The Medindia Medical Review Team

Last Updated on Jan 25, 2018

Glossary

Pleuritis: Inflammation of the pleura, the membrane surrounding the lungs

Pleural effusion: Fluid accumulation surrounding the lungs

Sepsis: blood infection

Published on Oct 20, 2012
Last Updated on Jan 25, 2018

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