Discoid Lupus Erythematosus is a problem related to the skin, while when we talk about systemic discoid erythematosus, we are talking of discoid lupus at its advanced stage, when it has affected other body parts like the lungs, heart, kidney or the nervous system.
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus*1
The Discoid Lupus caused by the disease may turn out to be permenant. If no action is taken against the symptoms, the problem may result in hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation.
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus*2
Tropical drugs are normally adminstered to patients of discoid lupus. Doctors also advise patients to take non steroid inflammatory drugs like aspirin , ibuprofin, naproxen and sulindac to deal with inflammation in the joints.
Discoid Lupus Erythematosus*3
It can have serious impacts on other organs of the body. If the problem remains unattended, it can take the shape of systemic discoid erythematosus.