Discoid Rash
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Q: Discoid Lupus. Any help with getting the rash to go away???
I am 33 and have had lupus since I was 4. I have had the SLE for 4 years but the discoid part has gotten worse over the past two years and I thte drugs do not seem to be getting rid of the rash. I have seen several people who were able to get rid of the rash and I just loking to see if there is any oneout there who knows a way?
A: I have had this since 1985. Try Elidel. It's kinda pricey @ 135.00 for 60 grams in a tube. None of the pills that I have tried have worked. Have you noticed that when you are ill the rashes start to go away? But they always come back. Hope this will help.
Q: Will you get a butterfly rash with systemic lupus, or just discoid lupus?
A: You can get the butterfly rash of lupus with either form. It is causes by inflammation (vasculitis) in the very tiny blood vessels in the skin.
Note these images:
http://www.freemd.com/Lupus/symptoms.htm
Q: can butterfly rash caused by discoid lupis be removed?
A: Treatment may include corticosteroid creams or ointments applied to the rash or lesions. If the lesion does not respond to cream or ointment, the doctor may prescribe injections of corticosteroids directly into the lesion. If a person has particularly widespread lesions, oral corticosteroid medications may be prescribed or the doctor may prescribe anti-malarial medications such as Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine).
In addition to these medications, sunscreens are an important part of the prevention of photosensitivity (where skin exposed to ultra-violet light reacts by developing a rash) reactions that may occur with cutaneous lupus lesions.
Q: Discoid Lupus..Any cream that will help clear rash..only got DiproBase Emollient?
A: Discoid lupus erythematosus
What are the aims of this leaflet?
This leaflet has been written to help you understand more about discoid lupus erythematosus. It tells you what it is, what causes it, what can be done about it, and where you can find out more about it.
What is discoid lupus erythematosus?
Discoid lupus erythematosus is an uncommon rash, usually made worse by exposure to sunlight. The term ‘lupus erythematosus’ is applied to a range of related disorders. At one end of the range is ‘systemic’ lupus erythematosus, which can damage internal organs: right at the other end of the range is ‘discoid’ lupus erythematosus, which is confined to the skin and does not cause general ill health.
What causes discoid lupus erythematosus?
The cause of discoid lupus erythematosus is not fully understood. One theory is that it is a condition in which the immune system, instead of just acting as a defence against infection, attacks the tissues of the body itself (an autoimmune disease).
Most patients find their rash gets worse in sunlight and may be triggered by sunshine. The condition is not infectious. It can affect either sex, at any age; but young women are the group of patients most often affected, and it is rare in children.
Is discoid lupus erythematosus hereditary?
It is rare for more than one member of a family to have discoid lupus erythematosus; nevertheless it is well recognised that some families carry genes that raise the risk of developing the condition.
What are the symptoms of discoid lupus erythematosus?
The patches on the face are usually symptom-free, apart from the embarrassment they can cause, though occasionally they itch: patches on the fingers can be tender. In most patients there is no effect on general health. Some patients have sore joints and a widespread rash brought on by sunlight.
What does discoid lupus erythematosus look like?
Discoid lupus erythematosus usually affects the face and scalp, but is occasionally more widespread. The rash consists of red scaly patches, which tend to clear, leaving some thinning, scarring or colour change in the skin. The scaling can sometimes be quite thick and warty. Some patients have chilblain-like patches on their fingers and toes
How will discoid lupus erythematosus be diagnosed?
Tests will include a skin biopsy and blood tests to exclude other forms of lupus erythematosus.
Can discoid lupus erythematosus be cured?
No. The treatments listed below help to keep it under control until it settles, but this may take months or even years.
How can discoid lupus erythematosus be treated?
There are two main types of treatment:
1. Strong steroid ointments or creams often help but must be used under supervision as they can thin the skin – a side effect that has to be balanced against the risk of the patches scarring if they are under-treated. We therefore typically use stronger creams than would be used on the face for commoner conditions such as eczema.
2. Some patients may need anti-malarial tablets - usually one called hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil). These were originally introduced to treat malaria but were found also to have a powerful effect on inflammation and so help to control discoid lupus erythematosus. These tablets usually cause no side effects at the doses that are currently advised, but at high doses there is a small risk to the eye. You should let your doctor know if you have any visual problems; a simple baseline eye test for the sharpness of your vision is advised for all patients, but some who already have eye problems need to be assessed by an eye specialist.
3. Other tablets sometimes help discoid lupus erythematosus but are used less often. They include dapsone and retinoids.
What can I do?
You should protect yourself from strong sunlight, even in the UK. The regular use of a good sun-block (SPF of 25 or greater) should be part of your daily routine in the summer months. Clothing can also be a very effective sun block, particularly for your shoulders and arms. If you can see through your shirt or blouse easily, then sunlight can get through to your skin. Dark, close-weave but loose-fitting clothing is best. Don’t forget to use sun glasses and a broad-brimmed hat.
Where can I get more information about discoid lupus erythematosus?
Web links to detailed leaflets:
www.emedicine.com/derm/topic247.htm
www.dermnetnz.org/dna.discoid/info.html
Q: Does anyone have discoid lupus and is pregnant?What are your symptoms? How do you deal with them?
I am about 9 weeks pregnant and I cannot take my medication to help prevent the rash. Every day about 2 hours after I wake up I get a flare up on my hands, arms, legs, ankels, neck and chest and they seeming to get worse. Is this normal? I can't get into my dermatologist for 2 weeks and none of my other doctors will touch the lupus issue. HELP!
A: Call the dermatologist back and be very firm about getting in earlier. If they gatekeepers still refuse, ask to have the doctor call you that day. If that does not work, call your rheumatologist.
Personally, I would look for another dermatologist ASAP. Lupus patients need to be able to see their doctors within a reasonable time when there is a problem Two weeks is not reasonable. It is most likely the receptionist who is the obstacle. Asking the doctor to call you should by pass him or her. Don't bother telling her your whole story. You can also fax the doctor explaining your symptoms clearly and asking him or her to call you ASAP. You can also call after hours and get the doctor's service and leave a message with them if you think your other approaches are not getting through to the doctor.
You might also call your ob/gyn and ask if over the counter cortison cream is permissible during pregnancy. Throughout your pregnancy the doctors who treat your lupus and your obstretician should be working hand in hand. You will be the one who has to make that happen.
Q: What to do with discoid lupus?
Anyone out there know what can relieve the pain and itch of the welt marks caused by the sun? I have discoid lupus and have tried just about everything and nothing seems to work. Other than completely avoiding the sun, that is. I get a rash on my arms and face just from driving in the car.
I understand what to do to avoid getting the lesions..... but what is there to relieve them if I get them anyway? Like if I remember sunscreen everywhere else but the upper part of one arm for example. Which, I did in fact just do!
A: Your doctor should be able to help. I end up taking predisone and plaquenil when I flare up from the sun, but a good moisurizer for sensitive skin works at relieving the itch.
I get a rash from being in the car too - even with long sleeves on, because even the heat can set me off... but it usually goes away fairly quickly. ( I have SLE as well - and if the sun doesn't get me, the heat does) I'll put on a soothing lotion, and then sometimes hold a cold wet washcloth to the area - which quietens it down some.
There's no way that you can ever completely avoid the sun, so ask your pharmacist about something for the rash you get.
I know this isn't much.... but I hope it helps !
Q: My boyfriend has discoid lupus and cannot find anything to clear it up. Does anyone have any suggestions?
my boyfriend has been told he has discoid lupus and has a terrible rash on his face and ears, he has tried hundreds of creams to clear it up but has been unsuccessful at finding something that works, does anyone have any ideas as to what to try next
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Q: How can you tell if it's systemic or discoid lupus?
I didn't know anything about lupus. And one of my So, can someone tell me. How can you know if someone get those discoid or systemic lupus by its skin??? I thought that those are different type of lupus. And Discoid is the least threatening one, and also only affect skin? BUt now i read that systemic also affected skin?? So how can you tell which rash is belong to systemic and the other belong to discoid?? Is it the similar lupus? That can affect kidney,liver and so on?? Please help me.. I'm so confuse about this lupus thingy!
THank Youuu!
A: Lupus isn't a 'thingy', it's a serious auto immune disease. Discoid lupus isn't life threatening and only affects the skin. It can come in several different forms/rashes. SLE or Systemic Lupus has the signature 'butterfly' facial rash associated with it. Not all people with SLE have a 'butterfly' rash on their face but many of them do. The butterfly rash isn't associated with discoid lupus. SLE can affect all systems of the body including all organs. Organ involved Lupus is the most serious kind and can be fatal. The immune system of people with Lupus is miswired and attacks a persons normal cells causing inflammation and destruction at the cellular level. This causes joint pain, swelling, kidney, heart, liver, brain problems as well as a long list of other symptoms.
A blood test is taken to determine whether or not a person has Lupus, even though the tests aren't 100% accurate. It is called an ANA test.
Q: Can anyone help me with a rash on my arms, hands, legs, and chest?
I have a raised rad rash that comes and goes on my body some times it is worse than others but it never goes away. I have had it for over a month now. I have tried topical ointments over the counter and prescription. I have taken antihistamines again both over the counter and prescription. (prednisone, atarax, benadryl...) The thing is no one seems to know what is causing it including 3 different doctors. It itches and there is no hiding it when it decides to flare up. I do have Discoid Lupus but this is not a symptom of it (so the doctors say) I am at a loss. A few people have told me that it might be caused by stress. I have tried to do research and have found very little on rashes caused by stress. I have been through a little lately and I could attribute it to that I just need to do something. Please any advice. Nothing I am taking or using topically is working and doctors are not helping. Any advice or help would be welcomed!!!!
A: If the "raised red rash" is obviously square or triangular in the areas that it pops up in, it is probably a contact allergy to something. A lot of folks have nickel allergies, so you may want take notice of where it happens and what you are wearing in those areas. You may want to consider patch testing as well. Contact a dermatologist rather than a family doctor.
Q: Dog's Systemic and Discoid Lupus?
I just got this 2 years old American Pitbull. He first diagnosed with food allergy. But didn't cured for a very long time. Lately, he been diagnosed with Lupus, his SLE test which taken from blood test is positive. But since vet in my country is still didn't know what to do, so i search in internet. And found that my dog doesn't have any symtomps similar with SLE, but mostly DLE. Because it only affect his skin. And he still like to run and nothing wrong with his joint. Is it possible that the blood test is wrong? Any conclusion? and what i have to do? MR Vet gave him 7,5 mg of Prednison everyday. And it reduced the red rash.
A: He probably has demodectic mange. It is rampant within the breed.
Q: Dry cracked very painful fingers and hand?
I have dry cracked fingers and hand, only on my right hand. The skin looks like a rash then slowly over a few days begins to crack and open like its been cut, it doesn't always happen and makes no difference if it is cold or hot weather. The rash looks like dry skin with a golden appearance and the only relief I get is when I hold my hand under extremely hot water or put a latex glove on with water inside to keep it moist but even that doesn't help, it only offers a temporary relief. I have tried every balm under the sun and nothing seems to help, I am tempted to believe it might be discoid lupus, as this is what my Father has and he and I are just alike, but I am a nurse and really don't want to know the truth, but if anyone has any answers, I am open.
thanks,
Dan
Knoxville, TN
A: I'd head to a dermatologist. If it was Discoid Lupus I think you would have other lesions on your face or other body parts.
My husband suffers the same thing and if he uses his hands for intense work or in the cold he has a hard time getting things under control.
It helps to get on an antibiotic to help clear any infection of the hands - and keep your hands out of water - and use the best creams available. Aquaphor, (He likes Corn Huskers) bag balm,
anything soothing.
Stay away from all mineral oil or petroleum based products.
Q: This is a lot to ask, I know. But if someone could review my APA paper I would GREATLY appreciate it. ?
I think my greatest problem is with grammer errors and my in-text citations. Also, all of those citations that repeat themselves look funny to me. They can't be right? Can they? I'm also confused with secondary citations. I think they're a no no but I can't get a clear answer on what they are. Here's the paper. Please kindly review if you'd like. I'd love yah for it.
Kisses
Mandi
(Title page & reference page not included)
Introduction
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that permits the affected body to build antibodies to attack its own cells as if they were foreign. There are three main types of lupus. They are discoid, drug induced, and Systemic lupus erythematosus (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Doctors must be careful in diagnosing lupus since it can easily be confused with other diseases (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Lupus is capable of attacking any part of the body but for the most part it mainly affects the skin, kidneys, joints, heart, gastrointestinal tract, and serous membranes (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). The cause of Lupus is currently unknown. Lupus truly is a sickness of mystery since the cause and cure have currently been unidentified. However, there are known genetic (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009) and environmental (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008) aspects that have been known to trigger this illness. On an inspiring note, there is presently a study being conducted with mice in search for the cure of lupus.
Discussion
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that is known to be a chronic (continuous or reoccurring) inflammatory illness that has the ability to attack any region of the body (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). The symptoms of the disease are painful or swollen joints and muscle pain, unexplained fever, red rashes, chest pain when breathing deeply, loss of hair, pale or purple fingers or toes from cold or stress (also known as Raynaud's phenomenon), sensitivity to the sun swelling in legs or around eyes, mouth ulcers, swollen glands and extreme fatigue (WebMD, 2008). Those that suffer from lupus may never have the same symptoms as another person with the disease (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). However, the most common areas of the body affected are the skin, kidneys, joints, heart, gastrointestinal tract, and serous membranes (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009).. Also in most cases in order for a doctor to diagnose lupus the patient must illustrate at least four (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009) of the listed symptoms.
The actual cause of the disease is unknown. However, there are genetic and environmental characteristics that could trigger lupus to develop. Many patients that suffer from lupus have a genetic association with the disease (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Lupus could be the result of mutated genes of interferon and the genes that play vital roles in regulating the immune response (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). If a patient has a genetic link to lupus there are also environmental aspects that could trigger lupus. They are infection, ultraviolet light, certain drugs like; procainamide, hydralazine, and quinidine (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008), and extreme stress (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Factors that potentially contribute to the progression of lupus are interleukins and interferons (immune molecules). Interleukins and interferons have been shown to control the autoantibody release in response to certain bodily stimuli (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009).
Lupus commonly affects women, African Americans, and Asians more than any other group (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Since 90% of all patients with lupus are female, women between the ages of 15-50 should be tested for lupus if they portray at least one of the symptoms (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Also, there is an increased risk of lupus in people who already have the Epstein-Barr virus. (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008)
The healthy immune system’s mission is to protect the body from infections and foreign objects within the body. When the immune system is working properly it will recognize the foreign bacteria, virus, or objects as non-self. Upon recognition that something does not belong, it will build antibodies against the unwanted agent, attack and destroy it (Marieb, 2009, p. 408 & 410). However, the activities of the immune system are much different when the body is affected with lupus. Instead of the body producing antibodies against foreign bacterial that do not belong, the immune system will produce an autoantibody that attacks the body’s own cells and tissues. The reason for this is because they can not recognize their own cells or tissue as self. When an autoantibody attack occurs, the autoantibodies will attach themselves to various tissues and cells (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). When this happens the body’s inflammatory response occurs. The same thing happens when we have been hurt and the tissue has truly been damaged.
There are a few different ways Lupus can affect the body, for example in nearly all individuals tha
A: Get rid of all the citations that are repeating themselves,that a big no no.Use each citation only once ok.I think alround its great and you should get a good grade.Hope it helps
Q: This is a lot to ask, I know. But if someone could review my APA paper I would GREATLY appreciate it. ?
I think my greatest problem is with grammer errors and my in-text citations. Also, all of those citations that repeat themselves look funny to me. They can't be right? Can they? I'm also confused with secondary citations. I think they're a no no but I can't get a clear answer on what they are. Here's the paper. Please kindly review if you'd like. I'd love yah for it.
Kisses
Mandi
(Title page not included)
Introduction
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that permits the affected body to build antibodies to attack its own cells as if they were foreign. There are three main types of lupus. They are discoid, drug induced, and Systemic lupus erythematosus (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Doctors must be careful in diagnosing lupus since it can easily be confused with other diseases (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Lupus is capable of attacking any part of the body but for the most part it mainly affects the skin, kidneys, joints, heart, gastrointestinal tract, and serous membranes (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). The cause of Lupus is currently unknown. Lupus truly is a sickness of mystery since the cause and cure have currently been unidentified. However, there are known genetic (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009) and environmental (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008) aspects that have been known to trigger this illness. On an inspiring note, there is presently a study being conducted with mice in search for the cure of lupus.
Discussion
Lupus is an autoimmune disease that is known to be a chronic (continuous or reoccurring) inflammatory illness that has the ability to attack any region of the body (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). The symptoms of the disease are painful or swollen joints and muscle pain, unexplained fever, red rashes, chest pain when breathing deeply, loss of hair, pale or purple fingers or toes from cold or stress (also known as Raynaud's phenomenon), sensitivity to the sun swelling in legs or around eyes, mouth ulcers, swollen glands and extreme fatigue (WebMD, 2008). Those that suffer from lupus may never have the same symptoms as another person with the disease (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). However, the most common areas of the body affected are the skin, kidneys, joints, heart, gastrointestinal tract, and serous membranes (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009).. Also in most cases in order for a doctor to diagnose lupus the patient must illustrate at least four (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009) of the listed symptoms.
The actual cause of the disease is unknown. However, there are genetic and environmental characteristics that could trigger lupus to develop. Many patients that suffer from lupus have a genetic association with the disease (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Lupus could be the result of mutated genes of interferon and the genes that play vital roles in regulating the immune response (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). If a patient has a genetic link to lupus there are also environmental aspects that could trigger lupus. They are infection, ultraviolet light, certain drugs like; procainamide, hydralazine, and quinidine (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008), and extreme stress (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009). Factors that potentially contribute to the progression of lupus are interleukins and interferons (immune molecules). Interleukins and interferons have been shown to control the autoantibody release in response to certain bodily stimuli (Encyclopedia Britannica, 2009).
Lupus commonly affects women, African Americans, and Asians more than any other group (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Since 90% of all patients with lupus are female, women between the ages of 15-50 should be tested for lupus if they portray at least one of the symptoms (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). Also, there is an increased risk of lupus in people who already have the Epstein-Barr virus. (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008)
The healthy immune system’s mission is to protect the body from infections and foreign objects within the body. When the immune system is working properly it will recognize the foreign bacteria, virus, or objects as non-self. Upon recognition that something does not belong, it will build antibodies against the unwanted agent, attack and destroy it (Marieb, 2009, p. 408 & 410). However, the activities of the immune system are much different when the body is affected with lupus. Instead of the body producing antibodies against foreign bacterial that do not belong, the immune system will produce an autoantibody that attacks the body’s own cells and tissues. The reason for this is because they can not recognize their own cells or tissue as self. When an autoantibody attack occurs, the autoantibodies will attach themselves to various tissues and cells (Rahman & Isenberg, 2008). When this happens the body’s inflammatory response occurs. The same thing happens when we have been hurt and the tissue has truly been damaged.
There are a few different ways Lupus can affect the body, for example in nearly all individuals that suffer from lup
A: It's a pretty good paper but in the beginning you made an error. There are four types of Lupus. Neo Natal (babies), Drug Induced, Discoid and Systemic. Then after that you should state that your paper is talking about Systemic Lupus because they symptoms you go on to describe are those of Systemic Lupus. Your citings follow the APA guidelines. I couldn't see the entire paper as it got cut off. Also couldn't see your works cited page. You don't show any quotation marks so I'm assuming that you didn't plagerize any of the information directly from the material.