2 Months Of Progressive in Medicine / Internal Medicine — 32yo Woman | Rheumatology | SMLE Q#12159
SMLE Question #12159
Medicine / Internal Medicine
Rheumatology
Objective: OBJ-383
Last updated: February 2026
A 32-year-old woman with a 5-year history of systemic lupus erythematosus presents with 2 months of progressive fatigue, exertional dyspnea, and pallor. Examination shows pale conjunctivae and mild tachycardia without jaundice, splenomegaly, or signs of bleeding. What is the most likely cause of her anemia?
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