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GlossaryDiscoid Lupus Erythematosus

chronic autoimmune condition causing red, scaly skin patches

Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition that primarily affects the skin, leading to the development of red, inflamed, and scaly patches, often on the face, scalp, and ears. These lesions can cause scarring and permanent hair loss if they occur on the scalp.

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research Discoid lupus erythematosus skin lesion distribution and characteristics in Black patients: a retrospective cohort study

19 citations , November 2021 in “Lupus Science & Medicine”

Black patients with discoid lupus erythematosus have more severe skin damage and higher chances of dyspigmentation, scalp, and ear involvement.

research Trichoscopic findings of discoid lupus erythematosus alopecia: A cross-sectional study

15 citations , June 2020 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

Shiny white structures in trichoscopy can indicate long-standing discoid lupus erythematosus alopecia.

Clinical and Trichoscopic Features of Scalp Discoid Lupus Erythematosus in Skin of Color: A Retrospective Analysis

research Clinical and trichoscopic features of scalp discoid lupus erythematosus in skin of colour: A retrospective analysis

June 2026 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology Venereology and Leprology”

Scalp discoid lupus erythematosus shows two distinct patterns in skin of color.

Homeopathic Management of Scarring Alopecia in Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report

research Homoeopathic Management of scarring Alopecia in Discoid Lupus Erythematous: A Case Report

April 2026 in “International Journal of High Dilution Research - ISSN 1982-6206”

Homeopathy may help hair regrowth in scarring alopecia from Discoid Lupus Erythematosus.

The Occurrence of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus Progressing to Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, with Overlapping ANCA-Associated Vasculitis, and Rheumatoid Arthritis Presenting as Papular-Purpuric Glove and Sock Syndrome

research THE OCCURRENCE OF DISCOID LUPUS ERYTHROMATOSUS PROGRESSING TO SYSTEMIC LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, WITH OVERLAPPING ANCA-ASSOCIATED VASCULITIS, AND RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS PRESENTING AS PAPULAR-PURPURIC GLOVE AND SOCK SYNDROME

May 2025 in “The Journal of Rheumatology”

A woman with skin and joint issues progressed from one type of lupus to another, highlighting the need to recognize complex conditions.

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community If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied

in Research 830 upvotes 1 year ago

Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.

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