You are evaluating a patient with swollen lymph nodes, fever, swelling, and painful joints. You suspect which of the following?

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The presentation of swollen lymph nodes, fever, joint pain, and swelling is indicative of a systemic inflammatory disorder. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disorder that can affect multiple organs and systems in the body, causing symptoms such as swollen lymph nodes, fever, joint pain, and swelling. Other symptoms of SLE can include a butterfly-shaped rash on the face, fatigue, and chest pain. DDD (Degenerative Disc Disease) and Osteoporosis do not typically cause these symptoms, while Rheumatoid arthritis can cause joint pain and swelling, but not typically swollen lymph nodes and fever.

You Are Evaluating a Patient with Swollen Lymph Nodes, Fever