A noteworthy case study. Why did a 19-year-old otherwise healthy woman suddenly develop an itchy rash on her face, ears, and ...

HSS is the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world and a national leader in rheumatology. This content was created by our physicians and experts. Adapted from a presentation to the SLE Workshop at HSS By ...

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease. It can cause many different symptoms, including fever, fatigue, rashes, body aches, and confusion. While there’s no cure, symptoms can be managed with ...

These bumps usually show up on the backs of forearms, hands ... and it can cause a red rash. While lupus is best known for its “butterfly” rash that appears across the nose and cheeks ...

These bumps usually show up on the backs of forearms, hands ... and it can cause a red rash. While lupus is best known for its “butterfly” rash that appears across the nose and cheeks ...

But in the moment, it can make simple tasks feel harder than they should. Lupus rashes don’t always itch or hurt—but they can still tell you something’s off. One of the most recognizable signs is a ...

Plus, there is no test that can diagnose lupus. For skin lupus, we often remove a small piece (biopsy) of the rash or lesion and inspect it under a microscope to see if it has any features of ...

Systemic lupus erythematosus commonly presents as a rash. The rashes are caused by inflammation from the immune system fighting the body. Systemic lupus erythematosus, more commonly known as lupus ...

Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can cause fatigue, joint pain, stiffness and rashes, among other symptoms. Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease. Sometimes there can be a delay in diagnosis ...

The sun's UV rays can make a butterfly rash on your face worse, so always wear sunscreen. (Photo Credit: Dr P. Marazzi/Science Source) It's possible to have lupus skin rashes all over your body.

Where do signs of lupus appear on the skin? There are different types of lupus, and each can affect the skin differently. You may see a rash, sores, swelling, or other changes. These changes often ...

Board-certified dermatologists are experts in treating cutaneous lupus. Is cutaneous lupus contagious? No. In fact, no type of lupus is contagious. If you have a butterfly rash, lupus may be affecting ...