Headache in Juvenile Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

Investigation of Factors That May Affect Headache in Individuals With Juvenile Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

The aim of our study was to compare individuals with juvenile onset systemic lupus erythematosus with and without headache in terms of pain, pain catastrophizing behavior, demographic and individual disease-related factors that may affect headache and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Having been diagnosed with Juvenile Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus by the Pediatric Rheumatology Clinic
• Being between the ages of 8-25,
• Having stable symptoms and medications
• Being willing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients with neuropsychiatric disorders not associated with Juvenile Onset Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (such as history of epilepsy, electrolyte imbalance, or medication side effects)
• History of headache before juvenile onset systemic lupus erythematosus diagnosis
• Presence of another concomitant rheumatic disease
• Having cognitive impairment to the extent of not being able to cooperate