Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (LE) may present in a variety of clinical forms. Three
recognized subtypes of cutaneous LE are acute cutaneous LE (ACLE), subacute cutaneous …

In the first part of the review, topical agents and first-line systemic treatment options for
cutaneous lupus erythematosus were discussed whereas in the second part, recent …

The cicatricial alopecias encompass a diverse group of disorders characterized by
permanent destruction of the hair follicle and irreversible hair loss. Destruction of the hair …

Idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIM) are a group of chronic, autoimmune conditions
affecting primarily the proximal muscles. The most common types are dermatomyositis (DM) …

The second article in this continuing medical education series reviews the initial evaluation
of patients with suspected dermatomyositis (DM), the relevant work-up for malignancy and …

Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease with characteristic cutaneous findings and
varying amounts of systemic involvement. Patients may present with skin disease alone …

Recently, there have been important advances in the understanding of the pathophysiologic
features, assessment, and management of patients with a newly diagnosed idiopathic …

Skin and joint involvements are the most commonly occurring manifestations of systemic
lupus erythematosus. There are 3 forms of cutaneous lupus: chronic cutaneous (discoid) …

Subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (SCLE) represents a widespread, photosensitive,
nonscarring, nonindurated form of lupus erythematosus (LE)-specific skin disease. SCLE …

Although rheumatologists, neurologists and dermatologists see patients with polymyositis
(PM) and dermatomyositis (DM), their management appears to vary depending on the …