Types of Lupus

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   This is the most common and well-known form of lupus. It can affect multiple systems and organs in the body, including the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, and brain. SLE is characterized by periods of flare-ups (when symptoms worsen) and remission (when symptoms improve).

This type of lupus primarily affects the skin. There are three main subtypes :

• Discoid Lupus: It causes red, raised, and scaly skin rashes, often on the face, scalp, and ears.
• Sub-acute Cutaneous Lupus: It presents as non-scarring skin lesions, typically on sun-exposed areas.
• Lupus Profundus or Lupus Panniculitis: It involves inflammation of the deeper layers of the skin, resulting in nodules or lumps. 

 Certain medications, such as hydralazine, procainamide, and some anti-seizure drugs, can trigger lupus-like symptoms. Unlike SLE, drug induced lupus typically resolves after discontinuing the medication. 

 This rare condition affects newborns of mothers with lupus. It is not true lupus but an autoimmune condition caused by antibodies passed from the mother to the foetus during pregnancy. Neonatal lupus can cause skin rashes, liver problems, and, rarely, heart issues in infants. However, the symptoms typically resolve within a few months.