A case of lupus nephritis in an art student.

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a complex autoimmune disease that can be triggered by environmental factors. We report a novel case of a 22-year-old female that was exposed to volatile organic solvents (VOCs) while diluting oil-based paint colors prior to presenting with nephrotic syndrome and acute kidney injury, later confirmed as class IV lupus nephritis (LN). Multidisciplinary management resulted in significant clinical improvement, with a return to normal renal function and stabilization of SLE markers. This case highlights possible association between VOCs exposure and LN.