Question:
Hi I, have never heard of that and am a nurse with lupus but we don’t know every thing E-MAIL ME BACK IF YOU FIND OUT WHAT IT IS OK. betty…@cyberlynk.com panniculitis have a nice day and may god bless you.
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In article <BuSc4.1241$T01.40…@nuq-read.news.verio.net>, bettybop <betty…@cyberlynk.com> writes >Hi >I, have never heard of that and am a nurse with lupus but we don’t know >every thing >E-MAIL ME BACK IF YOU FIND OUT WHAT IT IS OK. >panniculitis
Found this on the web.. Re: LUPUS PROFUNDUS Posted by LupusDoc on November 10, 1997 at 13:25:44: Hello Hellen and Penny! We asked the doctor your questions, and this was his reply: I’ve decided to answer these questions together. First, What is Lupus Profundus? Lupus Profundus is a form of Lupus Panniculitis. In the case of profundus, there is also discoid lupus (panniculitis does not have additional DLE involvement). In profundus/panniculitis, firm nodules (1-3cm) form deep under the skin, and usually *nestle* in adipose tissue (fat). The overlying skin usually becomes attached to the nodule, causing it to indent/depress. In profundus, those areas of depression often develop discoid lesions. Only a very small percentage of SLE patients develop profundus, and also only a small percentage of profundus patients develop SLE. Treatment ranges from topical ointments (for the discoid rash) to systemic steroids and even cytotoxic agents (in severe cases). Antimalarials (Plaquenil) have been shown to be effective in the treatment of the *discoid* part of the illness. Profundus is not life-threatening, but can be disfiguring if not treated. Prognosis of profundus is that of a chronic illness, that is not terminal. Whether or not to discontinue plaquenil treatment, is something you need to discuss with your physician. It might be giving you benefits that you are unaware of. Penny–It’s possible that the indentation could be profundus or panniculitis, but not likely. The most likely places for it to occur are: head, upper arms, chest, buttocks, thighs. You mentioned that the indentation is on your nose. The nose has very little adipose tissue in which the nodules can attach. If you are concerned, you should see your dermatologist. He/she will be able to tell you if it’s profundus/panniculits or not. — Andy For Austria & its philately, Lupus, & much else visit <URL:http://www.kitzbuhel.demon.co.uk/>
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