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Skin Biopsy for Diagnosing Discoid Lupus Erythematosus
Published on: June 10, 2025
Recognising skin manifestations of rheumatological disease
Daniel Mazzoni1, Paul Kubler2, Jim Muir3
1BMedSt, MD, Basic Physician Trainee, Royal Brisbane and Women@s Hospital, Qld.
Background:
An understanding of skin conditions associated with rheumatic diseases ensures accurate diagnosis and management. Cutaneous manifestations of rheumatological disease are legion.
Objective:
The aim of this article is to increase clinician familiarity with the dermatological manifestations of rheumatic conditions to enable accurate diagnosis and effective management.
Discussion:
This article will address the skin manifestations of lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, dermatomyositis and scleroderma, including their implications in diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.
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