Discoid lupus erythematosus physical examination

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21/01/2011 at 2:09 pm #9923

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Oral lesions are common in discoid lupus erythematosus. They typically appear on the tongue, buccal mucosa, and palate as erythematous areas with white spots and radiating white striae. Associated findings include skin lesions on the face, possibly extending to the neck, ears, and scalp; if the scalp is involved, alopecia may result. Hair follicles are enlarged and filled with scal

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ORAL MANIFESTATIONS OF DLE::

There may be burning sensation and tenderness and lesions may show fine white striae
Whereas lesions on lips show erythematous atrophic plaque with keratotic borders
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