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Sarah Al Qassimi1, Fatima Abdulla2, Mohamed Elarabi1
1Division of Rheumatology, Department of Internal Medicine, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Abstract:
Chilblain lupus erythematosus is a frequently misdiagnosed condition. Our case report describes a young Jordanian male who underwent a skin biopsy revealing the diagnosis of chilblain lupus erythematosus after multiple incorrect diagnoses. It emphasizes the importance of skin biopsy in establishing the correct diagnosis and avoiding unnecessary treatment.
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