... The presence of a butterfly rash is typically a sign of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), but it can also signal dermatologic disorders. Typically, butterfly rash appears in a malar distribution across the nose and cheeks. (See Recognizing butterfly rash, page 122.) ... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pictures
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... Facial erythema (butterfly rash)
Discoid lupus erythematosus
Photosensitivity
Nonerosive arthritis
Oral or nasopharyngeal ulceration
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... A chronic inflammatory disorder of the connective tissues, lupus erythematosus appears in two forms. Discoid lupus erythematosus affects only the skin. (See Discoid lupus erythematosus.) Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)... Causes and incidence ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures
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... A butterfly rash is typically a sign of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), but it can also signal dermatologic disorders. Typically, this rash appears in a malar distribution across the nose and cheeks. (See Recognizing butterfly rash.) Similar rashes may appear on the neck,... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Pictures
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... A chronic inflammatory disorder of the connective tissues, lupus erythematosus appears in two forms: discoid lupus erythematosus, which affects only the skin, and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), which affects multiple organ systems (as... Causes ... Signs and symptoms ... Diagnosis ... Treatment ... Special considerations ... Pictures
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... The presence of a butterfly rash is typically a sign of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), but it can also signal dermatologic disorders. Generally, butterfly rash appears in a malar distribution across the nose and cheeks. (See Recognizing butterfly rash.... History ... Physical assessment ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Special considerations ... Pediatric pointers ... Patient counseling ... Pictures
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... The presence of a butterfly rash is typically a sign of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), but it can also signal a dermatologic disorder. Typically, butterfly rash appears in a malar distribution across the nose and cheeks. (See Recognizing... History and physical examination ... Medical causes ... Other causes ... Nursing considerations ... Patient teaching ... Pictures
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Sonya Burroughs, MD
What to Do - Gather Appropriate Data
SLE is an autoimmune disorder that affects multiple organ systems. The
causeisunknown,butthehallmarkofthediseaseistheproductionofautoantibodies to the cell nucleus. The incidence of SLE... Suggested Readings
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Johann Peterson, MD
What to Do - Make a Decision
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly used in
many rheumatologic diseases, including SLE. Despite their common use
and over-the... Suggested Readings
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... Elizabeth Candell Chalom, MD Lupus Erythematosus - BASICS Lupus Erythematosus - description Multisystem, autoimmune disease characterized by production of antibodies to various components of cell nucleus, in... Lupus Erythematosus - DIAGNOSIS ... Lupus Erythematosus - TREATMENT ... Lupus Erythematosus - FOLLOW UP ... Lupus Erythematosus - bibliography ... Lupus Erythematosus - CODES ... Lupus Erythematosus - FAQ
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