What are the symptoms of subacute lupus erythematosus?
Most people feel fit and well, however some may notice fatigue and weakness, sometimes with flu-like symptoms and aches in the joints – but severe illness is rare. What does subacute lupus erythematosus look like? Typically s ubacute lupus erythematosus affects areas exposed to sunlight, such as the face, the V of the neck, the arms and the upper back. It shows itself as a red and sometimes scaly rash. How will subacute lupus erythematosus be diagnosed? Your doctor may be able to make a firm diagnosis after a clinical examination but in most cases it is necessary to take a small sample of skin (a biopsy) and to have this examined under the microscope in order to confirm the diagnosis. Your doctor will probably take a blood test too, as specific antibodies (known as “ENA” or “Ro and La”) appear to be important in the condition. Can subacute lupus erythematosus be cured? There is no “instant cure” for subacute lupus erythematosus, but many treatments are able to help it. How can subacute
