Gastrointestinal System in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

In systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), gastrointestinal symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, hematemesis, melena, ileus, ascites, and elevated hepatic and pancreatic enzymes are frequently observed. The gastrointestinal manifestations of SLE are diverse, including lupus peritonitis, gastritis, acute pancreatitis, cholecystitis, and lupus enteritis. This chapter provides an overview of the gastrointestinal manifestations of SLE.