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Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous

Medical Definition: A form of lupus erythematosus in which the skin may be the only organ involved or in which skin involvement precedes the spread into other body systems. It has been classified into three forms - acute (= LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, SYSTEMIC with skin lesions), subacute, and chronic (= LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, DISCOID).
Guide Notes: acute: consider LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, SYSTEMIC if skin lesions are paramount
Also Called: Lupus Erythematosus, Subacute Cutaneous
Previously Indexed: Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid (1966-1986),Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic (1966-1986)
Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid - A chronic form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LUPUS ERYTHEMATOSUS, CUTANEOUS) in which the skin lesions mimic those of the systemic form but in which systemic signs are rare. It is characterized by the presence of discoid skin plaques showing varying degrees of edema, erythema, scaliness, follicular plugging, and skin atrophy. Lesions are surrounded by an elevated erythematous border. The condition typically involves the face and scalp, but widespread dissemination may occur.

Lupus Erythematosus, Cutaneous Medical Definitions and Terms

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