The rashes are thick, scaly, red or purplish patches.
If you have a persistent rash, especially one that worsens with sun exposure, appears with joint pain, fatigue, or fever, consult a rheumatologist or dermatologist. A skin biopsy may be needed to confirm lupus.
that finally led her to seek help from a specialist. Today, she manages her flare-ups by staying out of the sun and working closely with her medical team. Quick Tip: lupus skin rash pictures
The American College of Rheumatology classifies lupus skin disease into three main types based on how the rash looks under a microscope and how long it lasts. Each has a distinct visual signature.
The most iconic sign of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is the malar rash The rashes are thick, scaly, red or purplish patches
Subacute cutaneous lupus (SCLE) represents a middle ground between the transient butterfly rash and the chronic, scarring discoid lesions.
Hair loss in lupus can take several forms. The most common is , where hair thins diffusely across the scalp and usually grows back when the disease is under control. However, scarring alopecia can occur when discoid lupus lesions develop on the scalp; in these areas, hair follicles are permanently destroyed, and hair loss is irreversible. that finally led her to seek help from a specialist
[Image description: A photo of a person with a rash on their arms and face. The rash is red and raised, and appears to be triggered by sun exposure.]