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Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus: Review and Considerations for Older Populations. — SAQ
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A patient presents with features suggestive of cutaneous lupus erythematosus: review and considerations for older populations.. Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) encompasses the skin manifestations of lupus erythematosus, classified into three main types: acute (ACLE — malar butterfly rash, active SLE), subacute (SCLE — annu...
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a) What is the most likely diagnosis and what clinical features support it? (2 marks)
b) What investigations would you arrange to confirm the diagnosis? (3 marks)
c) Outline your management plan for this patient. (3 marks)
d) What are the key complications and prognostic factors? (2 marks)