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GlossarySystemic Lupus Erythematosus (Lupus)

autoimmune disease causing widespread inflammation and tissue damage

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system mistakenly attacks its own tissues, causing widespread inflammation and damage to various organs, including the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain. Symptoms can vary widely but often include fatigue, joint pain, skin rashes, and fever.

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research Overview of Common, Rare, and Atypical Manifestations of Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus and Histopathological Correlates

157 citations , August 2010 in “Lupus”

The document concludes that recognizing and treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus early is crucial for managing the skin and potential systemic symptoms.

research Lupus Erythematosus: Systemic and Cutaneous Manifestations

144 citations , September 2006 in “Clinics in Dermatology”

Lupus affects the body and skin, causing joint pain and skin issues that can be treated with steroids and antimalarial drugs.

research The Spectrum of Cutaneous Manifestations in Lupus Erythematosus: The Italian Experience

132 citations , July 2000 in “Lupus”

In Italian patients with lupus, the most common skin issue was chronic cutaneous lupus, especially discoid lesions, and nonspecific skin problems occurred in about a third of those with systemic lupus, mainly during active disease.

research Dermatology Position Paper on the Revision of the 1982 ACR Criteria for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

109 citations , November 2004 in “Lupus”

The paper concludes that the 1982 criteria for diagnosing systemic lupus erythematosus need updating to improve accuracy and involve dermatologists in the process.

research PD-1+ CXCR5− CD4+ T Cells Are Correlated with the Severity of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus

71 citations , May 2019 in “Rheumatology”

Tph cells are linked to the severity of systemic lupus erythematosus.

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community My experience with 0.25mg Finasteride, Minoxidil induced lupus, and < 10mg RU58841.

in Treatment 7 upvotes 3 years ago

MaximusDurkimus shares experience with 0.25mg Finasteride, Minoxidil-induced lupus, and less than 10mg RU58841 for hair loss. Plans to try 0.025% topical Finasteride with 5% Stemoxydine and possibly Tretinoin, Fluridil, or CB-03-01 in the future.

community Been on dut 0.5mg daily for 12 months. I am cooked.

in Progress Pictures 10 upvotes 1 year ago

A user took finasteride for six months, then switched to dutasteride for a year, increasing the dosage over time, but hair shedding worsened. Replies suggest the issue is male pattern baldness and DHT-related.

community (Vent) Going to the doctor after 2 years of hair shedding (also body)

in General 82 upvotes 8 months ago

A 26-year-old is experiencing unexpected hair shedding on the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, and body, along with greasy skin, and has decided to see a doctor. They are seeking advice and support.

community Finasteride not working isnt it MPB?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 5 upvotes 1 year ago

A user is concerned that finasteride isn't working for their hair loss, questioning if it's due to male pattern baldness or low iron levels. They are advised to take finasteride daily and get blood work done.

community Starting Spironolactone, any ladies in here with experience or success?

in Female 56 upvotes 2 years ago

A female user starting Spironolactone treatment for thinning hair, and others sharing their experiences with Minoxidil and oral/sublingual Minoxidil as treatments.

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