Small nerve fiber involvement in systemic lupus erythematosus: A controlled study

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Authors

Roald Omdal · UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Svein Ivar Mellgren · UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Lasse G. Gøransson

Astrid Skjesol · UiT The Arctic University of Norway

Sigurd Lindal · University Hospital of North Norway

Wenche Koldingsnes · University Hospital of North Norway

Gunnar Husby · Hospital IT

Abstract

This study indicates that a small fiber involvement in patients with SLE may be responsible for the prevalent neuropathic symptoms and impaired warm sense that is observed in such patients.

Topics & Keywords

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Research Dermatology and Skin Diseases Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Arthritis & Rheumatism

Volume 46, Issue 5, pp. 1228-1232

DOI: 10.1002/art.10303

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