In the 'Symptoms - Environment' section of our in-depth questionnaire we ask the following question about rashes due to sun exposure:
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Do you experience a rash from sun exposure?
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"Don't know" |
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"No" |
Lack of photosensitivity |
A symptom |
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"Occasionally" |
Photosensitive rash |
A symptom |
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"Regularly on facial cheeks" |
Regular photosensitive rash |
A symptom |
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"Regularly anywhere besides the cheeks" |
Regular photosensitive rash |
A symptom |
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Your answer will affect the likelihoods of the conditions below.
Any answers in green reduce the likelihood of the condition.
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Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) |
Approximately 80% of patients with SLE have dermatological manifestations during the course of their illness. The acute skin eruption manifests itself as a photosensitive rash which often has a butterfly appearance and involves the bridge of the nose and cheeks. A feature of this rash is a sparing of the crease seen on the sides of the mouth when smiling. Photosensitivity is less common in patients of color but occurs in 50% of all patients with SLE. |
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GLOSSARY
Acute
An illness or symptom of sudden onset, which generally has a short duration.
Last updated: May 10, 2007
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