Rheumatic Complications of COVID-19 From the College | May 21, 2025 The ACR recently released a new guideline on the screening, treatment and overall management of lupus nephritis in children and adults. It attempts to balance the risks of medication side effects with the important goal of preserving kidney function. These recommendations should not be used to limit or deny access to therapies because treatment decisions may vary due to the unique clinical situation and personal preferences of each individual patient. Which of the following is not a possible long-term complication of COVID-19 in patients with rheumatic disease? Bone loss Onset of arthritis Increased risk of antiphospholipid syndrome Brain fog None Time's up