Systemic lupus erythematosus Health Article

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Lupus, discoid on the face
The rash of lupis is round or disk shaped (discoid) and is characterized by red, raised patches with adherent scales. The skin pores (follicles) may be plugged, and scarring often occurs in older lesions. Approximately 90% of individuals with discoid lupus have only skin involvement as compared to more generalized involvement in systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE. Update Date:
04/28/2006 Michael Lehrer, M.D., Department of Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

Lupus, discoid - view of lesions on the chest
Lupus, discoid on a child's face
Systemic lupus erythematosus rash on the face

Lupus, discoid on the face
Antibodies
Systemic lupus erythematosus

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