Discoid lupus erythematosus
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What is discoid lupus erythematosus?
A chronic form of cutaneous lupus erythematosus that is characterized by the presence of discoid skin plaques showing varying degrees of swelling , redness, scaliness, and skin atrophy. The condition typically involves the face and scalp, but it can be more widespread.
Common symptoms reported by people with discoid lupus erythematosus
Treatments taken by people for discoid lupus erythematosus
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Who has discoid lupus erythematosus on PatientsLikeMe?
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 599 say discoid lupus erythematosus is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 88 | |
| 30s | 238 | |
| 40s | 230 | |
| 50s | 248 | |
| 60s | 238 | |
| 70+ | 638 |
| Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 years | 22 | |
| 20-29 years | 17 | |
| 30-39 years | 21 | |
| 40-49 years | 18 | |
| 50-59 years | 18 | |
| 60-69 years | 9 | |
| 70+ years | 8 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 160 | |
| Female | 3202 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 318 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 65 |