A woman comes in presenting with symmetrical arthritis. Has a butterfly mask, Reynaud's, and they found an anti-nuclear antibody. Her prognosis depends on how severe it truly is and how well the doctor can control the disease.

a. Rheumatoid arthritis
b. Gout
c. Systemic lupus erythematosus
d. Scleroderma


Answer: c. Systemic lupus erythematosus

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