Both toe skin peeling and hair loss can be connected to lupus, and they're more common than you might think. Here's a breakdown of each:
Toe/Foot Skin Issues
Lupus can affect the skin on the feet and toes in several ways, including:
- Skin rashes or sores
- Discoloration
- Swelling
- Circulation problems that cause coldness or Show Full Answer
Both toe skin peeling and hair loss can be connected to lupus, and they're more common than you might think. Here's a breakdown of each:
Toe/Foot Skin Issues
Lupus can affect the skin on the feet and toes in several ways, including:
- Skin rashes or sores
- Discoloration
- Swelling
- Circulation problems that cause coldness or numbness
Skin peeling on the toes can be related to lupus-driven inflammation or circulation issues. One MyLupusTeam member shared, "I'm unable to take long walks. My feet hurt 24/7." Hair Loss
Hair loss is extremely common with lupus — sometimes called "lupus hair." It can range from thinning to significant loss, including eyebrows, eyelashes, and body hair.
There are two main types:
- Scarring alopecia – linked to discoid lupus lesions on the scalp; can cause permanent loss if untreated
- Nonscarring alopecia – linked to SLE flares; hair follicles aren't destroyed, so regrowth is possible
Some lupus medications like methotrexate, Plaquenil, and prednisone can also contribute to hair loss.
It's really important to speak with your doctor early about both symptoms, as early treatment can make a big difference — especially for scalp lesions.
September 26
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