Lupus erythematosus tumidus

Lupus erythematosus tumidus: Introduction

Lupus erythematosus tumidus: Lupus erythematosus tumidus (LET) is a rare form of chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus that characteristically presents as a succulent, erythematous plaques on sun-exposed areas. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Lupus erythematosus tumidus is available below.

Symptoms of Lupus erythematosus tumidus

• It is characterized clinically by erythematous, succulent, edematous, nonscarring plaques in sun-exposed areas
• Subtype of discoid lupus erythematosus characterized by purplish elevated tumour-like lesions often occurring on the face. The tissues are swollen, warm and tense with a reddish, mottled surface due to scarring.
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Wrongly Diagnosed with Lupus erythematosus tumidus?

• Failure to diagnose Lupus erythematosus tumidus
• Hidden causes of Lupus erythematosus tumidus (possibly wrongly diagnosed)
• Undiagnosed: Lupus erythematosus tumidus

Causes of Lupus erythematosus tumidus

• Genetic predisposition
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• Underlying causes of Lupus erythematosus tumidus

Treatments for Lupus erythematosus tumidus

• Sun protective measures
• Cessation of smoking
• Cortisone ointment, applied to the skin in the involved areas, will often improve the lesions and slow down their progression or Intralesional injection of cortisone
• Topical calcineurin inhibitors
• Topical retinoids
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