Systemic lupus erythematosus presenting with eye squinting: A rare association (original) (raw)

Journal of translational internal medicine

Abstract

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an auto-immune systemic disorder with protean manifestations. It can involve any of the organs and systems of the body. Involvement of the nervous system and eye is not uncommon and is multifactorial. We herein present a case of an adolescent girl with SLE whose first presentation was with acute renal failure. Her renal functions improved and she made full recovery. Three months later, she presented with eye symptoms and was found to have right abducens nerve palsy and bilateral papilledema. Her intracranial pressure was raised. Drainage of cerebrospinal fluid during lumber tap improved her eye signs and symptoms. Nervous system involvement and its pathogenesis are discussed with reference to this case and the published literature.

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