Sensory neuronopathy complicating systemic lupus erythematosus: a case report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Systemic lupus erythematosus is a multi-system connective tissue disorder. Peripheral neuropathy is a known and underestimated complication in systemic lupus erythematosus. Ganglionopathy manifests when neuronal cell bodies in the dorsal root ganglion are involved. Autoimmune disorders are a known etiology, with systemic lupus erythematosus being a rare cause.

Case presentation

A 32-year-old South Asian woman presented with oral ulceration involving her lips following initiation of treatment for a febrile illness associated with dysuria. She had a history of progressively worsening numbness over a period of 4 months involving both the upper and lower limbs symmetrically while sparing the trunk. Her vibration sense was impaired, and her reflexes were diminished.

SUBMITTER: Navinan MR 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4229803 | biostudies-literature | 2014 May

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature