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Low serum complement levels in SLE patients don't always match with disease flares; monitoring C3 and C4 is useful, but cell-bound complement products might better indicate disease activity.

Pregnancy can increase lupus activity, but careful planning and treatment can improve outcomes.

Lupus can cause different skin problems, and treatments like quitting smoking and using certain creams or medicines can help.

The document concludes that Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus has different forms, is influenced by genetic and environmental factors, and can be treated with various medications, but more targeted therapies are needed.

Use antimalarials like hydroxychloroquine for cutaneous lupus, avoid herbal supplements, and focus on lifestyle changes like sun protection.

Permanent hair loss from cicatricial alopecia is treated by reducing inflammation and managing symptoms, but regrowth in scarred areas is unlikely.

The Polish Dermatological Society recommends personalized treatment for cutaneous lupus, including lifestyle changes, medications, and monitoring, with specific drugs for severe cases.

Correct skin biopsy techniques are crucial to avoid misdiagnosis of skin diseases.

A thorough skin history and full examination are important for diagnosing and understanding the impact of skin diseases.

The document concludes that anti-dsDNA antibodies are not unique to SLE and their use as indicators is doubtful, highlighting the need for better understanding and classification of the disease.

Different connective tissue disorders have unique symptoms and treatments, with varying outcomes and often require ongoing care from a specialist.

A thorough skin history and examination are essential for diagnosing and treating skin conditions effectively.

The guidelines advise against using testosterone and DHEA in women for most conditions due to safety and effectiveness concerns, but suggest considering testosterone for postmenopausal women with low sexual desire.

Pregnancy can cause specific skin conditions that need correct diagnosis and treatment to protect both mother and baby.

Hair loss can indicate or worsen with systemic diseases, and treating the underlying condition is important.

Monitor for early signs of myelosuppression, like hair loss, in patients on azathioprine to manage side effects.

The document concludes that skin biopsies, genetic and environmental factors, and specific treatments are important in managing cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

Trichoscopy is a quick, cost-effective tool for diagnosing different hair loss conditions.

Woman has discoid lupus, frontal fibrosing, and androgenetic alopecia.

Early genetic testing and JAK inhibitors can help treat systemic inflammation in SAVI patients.

Lichen planus is a skin condition that can resolve on its own, is linked to hepatitis C, and increases the risk of skin cancer.

Biologic therapies can cause various adverse events, but allergy/immunology clinicians can manage them.

Lupus can cause unusual vision problems, so it's important to consider it in such cases.

Most pregnant women experience skin changes, mainly increased pigmentation, and some develop pregnancy-related skin conditions and infections.

Lupus can affect the scalp and nails, often causing hair loss and nail damage, and needs early aggressive treatment to prevent permanent damage.

Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus should have closely monitored pregnancies and avoid certain medications to improve their pregnancy outcomes.

Dermatological conditions are complex, and treatments have mixed results.

The document says menstruation is important for women's health, discusses menstrual disorders, and suggests personalized treatment options.

Pregnancy can cause various skin changes and diseases, with PUPPP being the most common skin condition specific to pregnancy.

The exam tested knowledge on various skin-related topics for CME credit.