Catalog

Lupus erythematosus tumidus

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Link to WHO Definition

Lupus erythematosus tumidus – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/153320433

Lupus erythematosus tumidus is a dermal form of chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus. It is characteristically photosensitive and located in sun-exposed sites. It presents with infiltrated erythematous nodules and plaques which become annular. It does not scar and is clinically very similar to Jessner lymphocytic from which it cannot always be distinguished.