Yes, itchy bumps are a very common skin complaint for people with lupus — so you're definitely not alone in this!
There are a few lupus-related reasons this can happen:
- Hives — About 1 in 10 people with lupus get hives, which are raised, itchy bumps or patches. If they last longer than 24 hours, lupus itself is likely the Show Full Answer
Yes, itchy bumps are a very common skin complaint for people with lupus — so you're definitely not alone in this!
There are a few lupus-related reasons this can happen:
- Hives — About 1 in 10 people with lupus get hives, which are raised, itchy bumps or patches. If they last longer than 24 hours, lupus itself is likely the cause.
- Cutaneous lupus lesions — These can appear as painful, irritating, and itchy patches or bumps on the skin.
- Cutaneous vasculitis — Inflamed blood vessels near the skin can cause bumpy, sometimes itchy lesions. Some MyLupusTeam members have shared their experiences with this. One member said they get "red itchy bumps" on their body that clear up with topical prescriptions, but need oral steroids when it gets really bad. Another found relief using a prescription cream called clobetasol propionate.
Treatment options can include:
- Topical creams (prescription strength)
- Oral steroids for more severe flares
- Injection medications like omalizumab (Xolair)
- Sun protection — since sun exposure can trigger or worsen itchy skin
It's worth bringing this up with your rheumatologist or dermatologist so they can find the right treatment plan for you.
June 29
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