What Causes Lupus?
7. Butterfly Rash
Perhaps the most telling of all the symptoms of lupus is the rash that it can cause. The rash is red and appears on the face in a characteristic butterfly shape, covering the bridge of the nose and the cheeks. Patients may also have rashes elsewhere on their body. In some people, lupus will also cause lesions on the skin when it has been triggered by exposure to the sun.
If you do get an unexplained rash and similar symptoms then you should arrange to speak with a doctor. It may turn out to be nothing, but it is always a good idea to err on the safe side of caution.
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