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  • Immunology
  • Hepatology
  • Endocrinology

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  • Interferon-alpha (IFN-α) is a cytokine with antiviral and immunomodulatory functions.
  • IFN-α therapy for chronic hepatitis B and D is associated with various autoimmune diseases.
  • Reported frequencies include <1% for clinical systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and 2-4% for hypothyroidism.

Observation:

  • A 16-year-old male patient received interferon-alpha for chronic hepatitis.
  • The patient developed hypothyroidism and antinuclear antibody (ANA)-negative SLE.
  • This case highlights a less common presentation of IFN-α-induced autoimmunity.

Findings:

  • Interferon-alpha can induce autoimmune conditions beyond its known antiviral effects.
  • Antinuclear antibody-negative SLE is a rare but possible adverse effect of interferon-alpha treatment.
  • Co-occurrence of hypothyroidism and SLE was observed in this patient.

Implications:

  • Clinicians should maintain a high index of suspicion for autoimmune diseases in patients treated with interferon-alpha.
  • Early diagnosis and prompt management are essential for favorable outcomes.
  • Further research may elucidate the mechanisms underlying IFN-α-induced autoimmunity.