Summary
Dark red, dark brown, or a deeper purple than the surrounding skin.
Red, scaly spots that often take the form of rings (annular) or plaque-like lesions.
These rashes are more widespread but less destructive. They do not usually cause scarring. lupus skin rash pictures
When to seek medical attention
: Often appears or worsens after sun exposure and typically resolves without scarring, though it may leave temporary dark spots. Cleveland Clinic 2. Subacute Cutaneous Lupus (SCLE)
Lupus skin rashes vary significantly depending on the specific type of cutaneous (skin) lupus present. The most recognizable sign is the , which affects about half of all lupus patients. Summary Dark red, dark brown, or a deeper
The center of the rash may turn white (hypopigmentation), while the edges become very dark (hyperpigmentation). Common Locations: Scalp, face, ears, and neck. View Discoid Lupus Images on DermNet Summary of Lupus Skin Symptoms
While there is no cure for lupus, treatment and management options are available to control symptoms and prevent flares. These include:
The hallmark of ACLE is the famous , commonly referred to as the "butterfly rash" . They do not usually cause scarring
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Chilblain (pernio-like) lesions and vasculitic changes