![]() Bloom syndrome: A rare, inherited condition, Bloom syndrome is often characterized by photosensitivity, telangiectases (spider veins) and increased susceptibility to infections and respiratory conditions.Lyme disease: This condition is also called Lyme borreliosis because it is caused by a type of Borrelia Lyme disease may not only affect the skin, but the central nervous system, joints and heart as well.Atopic, allergic, contact and seborrheic dermatitis: These are itchy inflammatory conditions that may be triggered by factors such as the environment, stress, irritants, allergic reactions and dry skin.Dermatomyositis: Known as an inflammatory myopathy, dermatomyositis is a rare muscular disease that is often accompanied by rash.An autoimmune disease, pemphigus erythematosus causes blistering of the skin when rubbed and may also affect the mucous membranes. Pellagra: The result of a niacin (vitamin B 3) deficiency, an individual with pellagra may not only develop a rash, but also diarrhea, dermatitis and possibly dementia as well if not treated.It may also develop on the palms of the hands as well as the face and is much deeper red in color than erysipelas. Cellulitis: Cellulitis is similar to erysipelas, but affects subcutaneous fat and goes deeper into the dermis.Erysipelas: Caused by bacteria, this skin infection often appears as shiny, pink, painful and swollen areas on the top layers of the skin, typically on the feet and legs (and sometimes the face).Malar rash can be caused by these other disorders as well: Though malar rash is a common characteristic of lupus, it is not unique to lupus. The malar rash is a localized symptom of acute cutaneous lupus erythematosus (ACLE), a type of cutaneous lupus that is often triggered by sunlight, is transient or temporary and non-scarring. Malar rash can be flat or appear raised, and while it may be itchy and feel hot, it is not painful. It can be light pink, in mild cases, to almost purple when it is more severe. Malar rash spreads across the bridge of the nose and onto the cheeks, avoiding the nasal folds (“smile lines”) on either side of the nose. ![]() ![]() Malar rash is so identifiable, in fact, that the butterfly has become the international symbol for lupus as well as part of the logo and branding scheme for many lupus organizations such as Kaleidoscope Fighting Lupus. Historians even suspect historical figures, such as Louisa May Alcott, may have suffered from lupus due to the identifiable flush painted across her face in her portraits. Often called the “butterfly rash” because of its unique shape, the malar rash is one of the most recognizable symptoms of lupus. ![]()
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