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Cutaneous Neonatal Lupus Erythematosus: A Case Report
Kamleshun Ramphul1, Stephanie G Mejias2, Yogeshwaree Ramphul-Sicharam3
1Department of Pediatrics, Shanghai Xin Hua Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai, People's Republic of China.
Cureus
|April 25, 2018
Summary
Neonatal lupus erythematosus (NLE) is a rare autoimmune condition passed from mother to baby. This case study details a two-week-old male infant diagnosed with cutaneous NLE.
Area of Science:
- Dermatology
- Pediatrics
- Immunology
Background:
- Neonatal lupus erythematosus (NLE) is a rare autoimmune condition.
- It results from passive transfer of maternal autoantibodies to the fetus.
- Cutaneous NLE commonly presents with annular or arcuate skin lesions.
Observation:
- This study focuses on a case of cutaneous NLE in a two-week-old male infant.
- The infant presented with characteristic skin manifestations.
Findings:
- The diagnosis of cutaneous NLE was confirmed.
- Potential co-existing cardiac anomalies were considered, as NLE can be associated with cardiac issues in 10% of cases.
- Appropriate diagnostic and laboratory testing were performed.
Implications:
- Early diagnosis and management of NLE are crucial to prevent potential complications.
- Topical steroid treatment is typically effective, leading to lesion resolution within eight weeks.
- This case highlights the importance of recognizing and managing NLE in neonates.
Keywords:
neonatal lupus
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