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Image Number #3806 (Discoid lupus erythematosus)

Diagnosis: Discoid lupus erythematosus

Description: Erythematous scaly plaque.

Morphology: Red,scaly

Site: Nose

Sex: M

Age: 58

Type: Clinical

Submitted By: Nameer Al-Sudany

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History: One year history of an asymptomatic, erythematous, scaly plaque with surface telangectasia confined to one side of the nose. The scales were adherent and on removal showed carpet tack sign. Topical corticosteroids gave the patient periods of rash quiescence but relapse on withdrawal.

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