Lupus Erythematosus, Lupus Erythematosus, Discoid - DermAtlas

Contributor

Bernard Cohen, MD

Diagnosis

lupus erythematosus lupus erythematosus, discoid

Body Site

back total body

Age

48 years

Pigmentation

light

Organization

scattered

Color

white/hypo red

Morphology

fibrosis (scar, increased collagen)

Pattern

symmetric generalized, disseminated

Comments

This healthy 48-year-old woman had slowly progressive miniature discoid papules scattered over her back, chest, abdomen, arms, and legs for over 15 years. A skin biopsy showed the typical changes of discoid lupus. Lupus serology was negative, and a thorough medical evaluation failed to reveal any evidence of systemic disease.

Description

widespread, symmetric round to oval 4-8 mm atrophic fibrotic porcelain white scaly papules with red crusted borders

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1/30/2004 18:38:50

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