A person comes to the clinic complaining of aching joints and muscles, swelling, and a decrease in urine output. The clinician also notes a rash on the skin of the face. A probable diagnosis is

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The symptoms described, including aching joints and muscles, swelling, decreased urine output, and a facial rash, are characteristic of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), an autoimmune disease.

A Person Comes to the Clinic Complaining of Aching Joints