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March 2021 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Early treatment of Lupus Erythematosus Alopecia can prevent permanent hair loss, and various medications are effective.
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April 2024 in “JDDG Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft” Tislelizumab can cause cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
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June 2021 in “PubMed” Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus indicate Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, which is confirmed by biopsy and effectively treated with strong topical steroids.
March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and hair loss had fewer hair follicles and non-scarring alopecia; direct immunofluorescence was not helpful in diagnosing lupus in these cases.
January 2024 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” Digital gangrene can be an unusual first sign of late-onset lupus.
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June 2021 in “Wounds-a Compendium of Clinical Research and Practice” Chronic scalp lesions with crusts and pus that heal with strong topical steroids suggest Erosive Pustular Dermatosis, confirmed by biopsy showing specific immune cells.
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April 2016 in “Medicine” Early treatment and regular check-ups are crucial for lupus patients to prevent progression and improve outcomes.
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December 2019 in “The Open Dermatology Journal” Linear Discoid Lupus Erythematosus of the scalp can cause hair loss and should be considered in similar cases.
A 2-year-old boy with a rare type of lupus causing hair loss improved with oral steroids.
March 2021 in “Revista da Associação Médica Brasileira” September 2011 in “Chinese Journal of Dermatology” A man's skin condition was misdiagnosed and later identified as a rare type of skin cancer, which did not improve with treatment.
January 2022 in “Exclusive Real World Evidence Journal” A rare form of lupus can cause severe nerve damage and other symptoms, but treatment can help.
August 2024 in “Postgraduate Medical Journal” A rare skin reaction from cancer treatment was successfully managed with topical treatments and antihistamines.
January 2022 in “Faculty of 1000 Research Ltd” Digital gangrene can be an early sign of late-onset systemic lupus erythematosus.
Patients with acute and subacute skin lupus respond faster to belimumab than those with chronic skin lupus.
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January 2019 in “JAAD Case Reports” EPDS can cause recurring scalp sores and hair loss if not treated.
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December 2017 in “Skin appendage disorders” An elderly man's non-healing scalp lesion was successfully treated with a strong topical steroid.
December 2025 in “Reports — Medical Cases Images and Videos” Discoid lupus erythematosus can be mistaken for a skin infection, complicating diagnosis and treatment.
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March 2004 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Patients with systemic lupus erythematosus and hair loss had non-scarring alopecia with fewer hair follicles, and direct immunofluorescence did not help identify lupus.
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January 2019 in “Journal of Dermatology” The p.P25L mutation in the KRT5 gene causes a rare skin condition that worsens over time and may lead to hair loss starting in young adulthood.
September 2015 in “Philippine Journal of Internal Medicine” Recognizing and treating overlap syndrome in connective tissue diseases is crucial.
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May 2009 in “Pediatric Dermatology” A 5-year-old girl's scalp scarring and hair loss from lupus improved with specific medications.
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September 2019 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Early treatment of EPDS can improve outcomes and reduce recurrence risk.
August 2022 in “Case reports in medicine” Long eyelashes in a patient were an unusual sign of systemic lupus erythematosus.
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March 2004 in “International Journal of Dermatology” A woman with X-linked chronic granulomatous disease developed lupus-like skin lesions, improved with treatment, suggesting a unique skin condition in carriers.
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February 2012 in “Pediatrics in Review” Pediatric systemic lupus erythematosus is a severe autoimmune disease in children requiring early diagnosis and comprehensive management.
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April 2019 in “JAAD case reports” A woman with lymphoma had a rare skin rash on her scalp and forehead, which was hard to diagnose but responded well to treatment.
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September 2008 in “International Journal of Dermatology” The case suggests a possible autoimmune link between lichen sclerosus and vitiligo.
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May 2016 in “Oxford University Press eBooks” Systemic lupus erythematosus is managed with lifestyle changes, symptomatic treatments, and careful use of medications to control symptoms and flares.