Borderline tuberculoid leprosy in childhood onset systemic lupus erythematosus patient.

In conclusion, we have reported a rare case of leprosy in the course of c-SLE. Leprosy should always be considered in children and adolescents with lupus who present skin abnormalities, particularly with hypoesthesic or anesthesic cutaneous lesions.
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Source: Lupus - June 24, 2015 Category: Rheumatology Authors: Lopes VA, Lourenço DM, Guariento A, Trindade MA, Avancini J, Silva CA Tags: Lupus Source Type: research