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Skin leisions

A MyLupusTeam Member asked a question 💭
Albuquerque, NM

Well i usually get hive on shoulders an back they have now taken all my pigmentation from my skin so i have white spots all over like a leopard. Do you think a Spray tan would be safe to get just so i can wear a pretty dress for a wedding of my friends. Just wondering want to feel pretty for a day.

August 3, 2021
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A MyLupusTeam Member

My hives cause dark pigment scarring.
I chopped off all my nails so I don’t tear at my itchy spots.

August 8, 2021
A MyLupusTeam Member

I get hives as well and they leave white spots like scars. What else????

August 6, 2021
A MyLupusTeam Member

I get all kinds of red bumps discoloration I kind of will look like American flag I'll be red white and blue. The worst quote lesions" are the kinds that look like there's an ingrown hair and it turns into this nasty YouTube video Worthy yucky thing. I have not seen a dermatologist yet but I will be seeing one and I think the first week of September so I will be sure to blog everything that happened on that lovely visit and we'll find out what all these things are and as a good reporter for my lupus family I will update you as I go to each new specialist fun fun fun stay out of the Sun

August 4, 2021
MyLupusTeam

Are you asking about skin lesions related to lupus? Here is some detailed information from the knowledge base:

- Discoid Lesions
- Type: Discoid lupus is a type of cutaneous lupus erythematosus
- Appearance: Scaly patches or lesions, often bright red, orange, purple, or brown depending on skin tone.
- Common Areas: Show Full Answer

Are you asking about skin lesions related to lupus? Here is some detailed information from the knowledge base:

- Discoid Lesions:
- Type: Discoid lupus is a type of cutaneous lupus erythematosus.
- Appearance: Scaly patches or lesions, often bright red, orange, purple, or brown depending on skin tone.
- Common Areas: Head, face, scalp, and ears.
- Risks: Persistent lesions may develop into skin cancer. Regular monitoring by a rheumatology team is essential.

- Subacute Cutaneous Lupus:
- Appearance: Circular rashes with a ringed border, which can be bright red or purple and may become scaly.
- Common Areas: Typically affects sun-exposed areas of the body, including the legs.

- General Information:
- Sun Exposure: Exposing rashes to sunlight can cause permanent skin scarring or discoloration.
- Monitoring: Regular checkups with a dermatologist are recommended, and a biopsy may be performed for diagnosis.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the provided resources:
- [Skin Discoloration With Lupus: Red Spots, Orange Spots, and More](https://www.mylupusteam.com/resources/skin-disc...)
- [Leg Rashes and Lupus: Causes and Treatment](https://www.mylupusteam.com/resources/leg-rashe...)

Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice and treatment options.

July 18, 2024
A MyLupusTeam Member

Thank You, I appreciate your advice and thank you for keeping us informed. I just tell people call me Spot

August 4, 2021

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