This image displays typical scarring due to discoid lupus erythematosus. Discoid lupus erythematosus can have slightly elevated pink or red lesions. This image displays the ring-like, red, slightly elevated lesions typical of discoid lupus erythematosus. Circular dull, red spots that persist on the face are often the first sign of discoid lupus. This image displays a red, slightly raised lesions typical of early discoid lupus erythematosus. This image displays a patient with chronic discoid lupus. In discoid lupus erythematous, the skin can appear scarred with redness and scaling, as displayed in this image. The dull red, scaling patches of discoid lupus are often circular or disc-shaped.
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Discoid Lupus Erythematosus  Information for adults

Picture of Discoid Lupus Erythematosus: This image displays typical scarring due to discoid lupus erythematosus. Divider line
This image displays typical scarring due to discoid lupus erythematosus.
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Overview
Lupus is a disease in which your body's self-protection mechanism (immune system) attacks your own body rather than a foreign invader. The cause of lupus is unknown, and the disease usually takes one of two forms: systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), which can affect any body organ; and discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE), which is milder and usually affects only the skin. About 5–10% of patients with discoid lupus erythematosus will progress to systemic lupus.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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