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GlossaryErythematous Papules

small, raised, red bumps on the skin

Erythematous papules are small, raised, red bumps on the skin that are often a sign of inflammation or irritation. They can be caused by a variety of conditions, including allergic reactions, infections, or autoimmune diseases, and are characterized by their red color due to increased blood flow to the affected area.

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research Exacerbation of subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus following vaccination with BNT162b2 mRNA vaccine

33 citations , June 2021 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

COVID-19 vaccines can trigger autoimmune flares but are still beneficial for patients with autoimmune conditions.

research Successful treatment of generalized discoid lupus erythematosus with imiquimod cream 5%: a case report and review of the literature.

24 citations , January 2014 in “PubMed”

Imiquimod cream 5% effectively treated generalized discoid lupus erythematosus.

research Trichoscopic Signs in Dermatomyositis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and Systemic Sclerosis: A Comparative Study of 150 Patients

12 citations , December 2021 in “Dermatology”

Trichoscopy can help diagnose and assess disease activity in connective tissue diseases by identifying specific hair and scalp signs.

research Severe diffuse non-scarring hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus - clinical and histopathological analysis of four cases

15 citations , December 2011 in “Journal of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology”

Hair loss in systemic lupus erythematosus patients is unique and improves with treatment.

research Trichoscopy of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus in Caucasian Scalp: A Review

3 citations , May 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders”

Trichoscopy helps diagnose and understand Discoid Lupus Erythematosus on the scalp by identifying specific patterns.

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

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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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