Bevra H Hahn

Leptin is an adipokine that modulates multiple functions including energy homeostasis, thermoregulation, bone metabolism, endocrine and pro-inflammatory immune responses. Several studies have implicated leptin in the pathogenesis of chronic…

The current study was initiated to estimate the use of oral contraceptives and estrogen replacement therapy in women with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Four hundred and four patients were surveyed from five medical centers. Two hundre…