Although the skin condition is common in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), it usually is not the initial manifestation. It is rare for a patient with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) to present ...

Managing CV includes general measures to keep the patient as comfortable as possible until lesions resolve spontaneously. These include resting, protecting fragile skin from injury, and using ...

Vasculitis is inflammation of the blood vessels — the tubes that carry blood throughout your body. Inflammation happens when your immune system attacks healthy tissue by mistake. When blood vessels ...

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multifaceted autoimmune condition that can affect virtually every organ system, including the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. GI involvement in SLE is ...

Leukocytoclastic vasculitis is characterized by inflammation directed at small blood vessels in the skin. The process is mediated by neutrophils. Histologically, leukocytoclasis (i.e., destruction of ...

When vasculitis affects the skin, it can cause red or purple spots to develop. It may also cause ulcers or blisters. A vasculitis rash can become painful or itchy. Vasculitis is an inflammation and ...