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of the face, which contributes to its characteristic appearance. It is usually macular with sharp edges, and not itchy. The rash can be transient or progressive with involvement of other parts of the facial skin.
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A malar rash is present in approximately 46–65% of people with lupus, with an average of 57% of lupus patients having it across all populations. This percentage varies between different populations.
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A malar rash of lupus is red or purplish and mildly scaly. It has the characteristic shape of a butterfly, and involves the bridge of the nose. Notably, the rash spares the
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There are many conditions which can cause rashes with a similar appearance to a malar rash. A malar rash is present in approximately 46–65% of people with lupus.
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A malar rash of lupus is red or purplish and mildly scaly. It has the shape of a butterfly, and involves the bridge of the nose. Notably, the rash spares the
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Houman MH, Smiti-Khanfir M, Ben Ghorbell I, Miled M (2004). "Systemic lupus erythematosus in Tunisia: demographic and clinical analysis of 100 patients".
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A malar rash, or "butterfly rash", is characteristically red or purplish and mildly scaly (seen in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus).
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Dreizen S (January 1991). "The butterfly rash and the malar flush. What diseases do these signs reflect?".
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There are many conditions which can cause rashes with a similar appearance to a malar rash. These include:
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Lupus causes up to 96% of all cases of malar rash. Where lupus is suspected, further
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of the face, which contributes to its characteristic appearance. It is usually
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it from other conditions. These tests may include a test for the presence of
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as a malar rash, it differs slightly in that the nose is typically spared.
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Cooray M, Manolakos JJ, Wright DS, Haider S, Patel A (October 2013).
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While some literature has described the slapped-cheek rash of
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and a detailed history and examination are necessary to
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as a butterfly rash due to its distinctive appearance.
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test, which is not specific for lupus erythematosus.
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Red, scaly rash of the cheeks and bridge of the nose
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