A rare case of cutaneous lupus erythematosus presenting with periorbital erythema and edema

In conclusion, it should be kept in mind that periorbital erythema can develop as a rare variant of CLE and can be misdiagnosed as contact dermatitis, dermatomyositis, sarcoidosis, or cutaneous lymphoma. Additionally, the ANA and anti-dsDNA antibodies are often found to be negative in these cases. In establishing the diagnosis, firstly considering the disease, followed by histopathological examinations and laboratory tests, is crucial.PMID:38148123 | DOI:10.1177/09612033231224767
Source: Lupus - Category: Rheumatology Authors: Source Type: research