ICD-11 definition : Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LE) is characterized by the presence of circumscribed
cutaneous plaques showing varying degrees of oedema, erythema, scaling, follicular
plugging and atrophy. It most commonly presents as discoid plaques involving the face,
ears and scalp but can be widely disseminated or may affect predominantly the extremities
(chilblain LE) or subcutaneous fat (lupus panniculitis). It can cause marked disfigurement
with prominent facial scarring and permanent hair loss. Most patients remain otherwise
in good health but 5-10% may develop systemic lupus erythematosus. Photosensitivity
is less apparent than in subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.;
Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LE) is characterized by the presence of circumscribed
cutaneous plaques showing varying degrees of oedema, erythema, scaling, follicular
plugging and atrophy. It most commonly presents as discoid plaques involving the face,
ears and scalp but can be widely disseminated or may affect predominantly the extremities
(chilblain LE) or subcutaneous fat (lupus panniculitis). It can cause marked disfigurement
with prominent facial scarring and permanent hair loss. Most patients remain otherwise
in good health but 5-10% may develop systemic lupus erythematosus. Photosensitivity
is less apparent than in subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus.