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Redness of the skin
My skin is dry
Loss of hair
Red spots on skin
Skin peeling
Thinning hair
Dry flaky skin
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What is Discoid Lupus Erythematosis?
Discoid erythematosus, or discoid lupus erythematosus, is a long-lasting skin condition that can cause hair loss, scarring, or changes in skin color. It creates coin or disc-shaped rashes. The rash gets worse with sunlight exposure. Discoid lupus should not be mistaken for systemic lupus. Discoid lupus does not affect internal organs, unlike systemic lupus.
Typical Symptoms of Discoid Lupus Erythematosis
- Dry and flaky skin
- Hair loss
- Redness in sun-exposed areas of skin
- Facial flushing
- Redness, bumps, or irritation on the skin
Diagnostic Questions for Discoid Lupus Erythematosis
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:
- Do you have dry and flaky skin?
- Are you experiencing increased hair loss?
- Do you have redness on sun-exposed skin?
- Do you currently have a red or flushed face?
- Have you noticed any redness, bumps, or irritation on your skin?
Treatment of Discoid Lupus Erythematosis
A doctor may prescribe oral medication and creams or ointments to reduce immune cells and inflammation.
Reviewed By:
Unnati Patel, MD, MSc (Family Medicine)
Dr.Patel serves as Center Medical Director and a Primary Care Physician at Oak Street Health in Arizona. She graduated from the Zhejiang University School of Medicine prior to working in clinical research focused on preventive medicine at the University of Illinois and the University of Nevada. Dr. Patel earned her MSc in Global Health from Georgetown University, during which she worked with the WHO in Sierra Leone and Save the Children in Washington, D.C. She went on to complete her Family Medicine residency in Chicago at Norwegian American Hospital before completing a fellowship in Leadership in Value-based Care in conjunction with the Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, where she earned her MBA. Dr. Patel’s interests include health tech and teaching medical students and she currently serves as Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Arizona School of Medicine.
Kaito Nakamura, MD (Rheumatology)
Dr. Nakamura is a rheumatologist who has practiced in the Ota Nishinouchi Hospital attached to Ota General Hospital, National Health Insurance Matsudo City Hospital, Chiba University Hospital, and the National Health Insurance Asahi Central Hospital.
Content updated on Feb 13, 2025
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