Cerebral Lupus and Cryptococcal Meningitis in a Pregnant Woman

Abstract Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune and multisystem disorder, which frequently affects young women. During pregnancy, SLE flares could occur up to 65%, with renal and hematological manifestations being the most common. However, reports on neuropsychiatric lupus in pre...

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Published in:Journal of neurosciences in rural practice 2020-01, Vol.11 (1), p.183-186, Article 183
Main Authors: Khoo, Ching Soong, Marzukie, Marsilla Mariaty, Yap, Soo Shu, Wan Yahya, Wan Nur Nafisah, Tan, Hui Jan
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Summary:Abstract Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune and multisystem disorder, which frequently affects young women. During pregnancy, SLE flares could occur up to 65%, with renal and hematological manifestations being the most common. However, reports on neuropsychiatric lupus in pregnant women are scarce. We herein report a 26-year-old lupus pregnant woman, who had cerebral lupus with concurrent cryptococcal meningitis. This case highlights the complexity in diagnosing and managing our patient to achieve the best outcome for both the mother and infant.
ISSN:0976-3147
0976-3155
0976-3147
DOI:10.1055/s-0039-3402895