Lupus Rash - Images

Not all lupus rashes look the same. They are generally categorized into three main types of cutaneous (skin) lupus:

: A defining feature is that it spares the nasolabial folds (the "laugh lines" between the nose and mouth), which helps doctors distinguish it from other conditions like rosacea. images lupus rash

Lupus is an autoimmune condition that commonly manifests through various skin rashes, with the or "butterfly" rash being its most recognizable signature. This specific rash appears as a flat or slightly raised redness across the bridge of the nose and both cheeks, often sparing the folds between the nose and lips. Beyond the face, lupus can cause different types of lesions, such as the scaly, coin-shaped plaques seen in discoid lupus or the ring-like, photosensitive patches characteristic of subacute cutaneous lupus . Types of Lupus Rashes Lupus and Skin Rashes | Lupus Foundation of America Not all lupus rashes look the same

You cannot diagnose lupus from an image alone. If you have found images that resemble your skin, the next step is not to panic, but to seek a specialist. This specific rash appears as a flat or