Review of treatment for discoid lupus erythematosus.

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Review of treatment for discoid lupus erythematosus.

Dermatol Ther. 2016 Jul;29(4):274-83

Authors: Garza-Mayers AC, McClurkin M, Smith GP

Abstract
Discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) is a chronic cutaneous disease characterized by inflammatory plaques that, in the absence of prompt diagnosis and treatment, may lead to disfiguring scarring and skin atrophy. However, there is limited evidence for which treatments are most effective. Currently, no medications have been approved specifically for the treatment of DLE. Many of the drugs described in the literature were developed for use in other immune disorders. This review will summarize current therapeutic options for DLE and their supporting evidence with discussion of prevention, topical measures, physical modalities, and systemic therapies, including newer potential therapies.

PMID: 27073142 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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