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Open Access 01-12-2022 | Systemic Lupus Erythematosus | Case report

Diagnosis of tuberculosis with autoimmune hepatitis–systemic lupus erythematosus overlap syndrome: a case report

Authors: Shekhar, Nikita Yogesh Gupta, Avi Ravi Harisingani

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2022

Abstract

Background

There is ample evidence indicating that immunosuppressive therapy or immune dysregulation in systemic lupus erythematosus increases the risk for tuberculosis. Interestingly, a few case reports suggest that tuberculosis could also be a risk factor for systemic lupus erythematosus and other autoimmune diseases.

Case presentation

We report the case of a 32-year-old Indian patient who was co-diagnosed with tuberculosis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and autoimmune hepatitis without any history of prior immunosuppression. This stresses the complex relationship between tuberculosis and autoimmune diseases.

Conclusion

Further research is warranted in this field to unfold the complex relationship between tuberculosis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It is essential to establish clear guidelines for the management of coexisting tuberculosis and systemic lupus erythematosus to promote individualized treatment.

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Title: Diagnosis of tuberculosis with autoimmune hepatitis–systemic lupus erythematosus overlap syndrome: a case report
Authors: Shekhar
Nikita Yogesh Gupta
Avi Ravi Harisingani
Publication date: 01-12-2022
Publisher: BioMed Central
Keywords: Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Tuberculosis
Lupus Nephritis
Tuberculosis
Autoimmune Hepatitis
Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2022
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/s13256-022-03572-8

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Diagnosis of tuberculosis with autoimmune hepatitis–systemic lupus erythematosus overlap syndrome: a case report

Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Abstract

Background

Case presentation

Conclusion

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