The etiology of these rashes can be divided into those that are specific to lupus and those that can occur in other diseases as well as lupus. Rashes associated with antibodies to Ro/SS-A ...
Lupus that affects the skin (cutaneous lupus) comes in different forms and causes various types of rashes. When systemic lupus (SLE) flares up, you may notice a sunburn-like rash on your face.
Lupus and rosacea are two conditions that can cause a malar rash. A malar rash can be flat or bumpy. It may appear red, pink, purple, or brown in color. The appearance of the rash may help ...
Weight loss may also occur as a result of the ongoing inflammation. Skin rashes: A hallmark of lupus is a facial rash often described as a "butterfly rash" across the cheeks and nose. Rashes may ...
Photosensitivity or abnormal light sensitivity is very complex and is a major symptom of lupus. The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) loosely defines photosensitivity as "a skin rash as a result ...
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