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lupus erythematosus
[ er-uh-thee-muh-toh-suhs, -them-uh- ]
noun
, Pathology.
- any of several autoimmune diseases, especially systemic lupus erythematosus, characterized by red, scaly skin patches.
lupus erythematosus
/ ˌɛrɪˌθiːməˈtəʊsəs /
noun
- either of two inflammatory diseases of the connective tissue. Discoid lupus erythematosus is characterized by a scaly rash over the cheeks and bridge of the nose; disseminated or systemic lupus erythematosus affects the joints, lungs, kidneys, or skin LE
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Word History and Origins
Origin of lupus erythematosus1
1855–60; < New Latin: erythematous lupus
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Example Sentences
Is there any difficulty in the diagnosis of lupus erythematosus?
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Lupus erythematosus has no papules, tubercles or ulceration.
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In what respects does lupus erythematosus differ from lupus vulgaris?
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