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  Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) encompasses a diverse range of dermatological manifestations, which may or may not be associated with systemic disease. It is categorized into multiple subtypes: acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, and chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus. Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus comprises discoid lupus erythematosus, lupus erythematosus profundus, chilblain cutaneous lupus, and lupus tumidus. To diagnose these conditions accurately, a combination of physical examination, histology, laboratory studies, antibody serology, and occasionally direct immunofluorescence is necessary while also ensuring the exclusion of systemic disease. Treatment of cutaneous lupus involves educating the patient on proper sun protection practices and administering appropriate topical and systemic medications. Currently, no specific medications are approved solely for treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus. The drugs used to tre...

 Cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) encompasses a diverse range of dermatological manifestations, which may or may not be associated with systemic disease. It is categorized into multiple subtypes: acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, and chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus. Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus comprises discoid lupus erythematosus, lupus erythematosus profundus, chilblain cutaneous lupus, and lupus tumidus. To diagnose these conditions accurately, a combination of physical examination, histology, laboratory studies, antibody serology, and occasionally direct immunofluorescence is necessary while also ensuring the exclusion of systemic disease. Treatment of cutaneous lupus involves educating the patient on proper sun protection practices and administering appropriate topical and systemic medications. Currently, no specific medications are approved solely for treating cutaneous lupus erythematosus. The drugs used to treat ...