Chronic Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Acne Scars: A Case Report.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CCLE) is a subtype of lupus erythematosus that primarily affects sun-exposed areas, resulting in atrophic scarring and dyspigmentation. While its classic presentation involves erythematous, scaly plaques with follicular plugging, rare clinical variants have been described. Among these, acneiform or comedonal CCLE can closely mimic acne vulgaris, leading to delayed diagnosis and inappropriate management.

Case presentation

A 49-year-old woman presented with multiple facial scars after more than 20 years of unsuccessful acne treatments. Physical examination revealed deep atrophic scars and pseudocomedones on the cheeks and chin, along with erythematous, scaly plaques on the ear, and an alopecic patch on the scalp. A skin biops

SUBMITTER: Aljuhani F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12676128 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature