Question 1

what causes this malar rash or "butterfly" rash on my face?

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SLE : Malar rash is a sign of SLE (systemic  lupus Erythematosis )  there are other other autoimmune diseases which can also have this rash.  there are many rashes which can look similar and be mistaken for a malar rash. The most common is rosacea.  You will need an evaluation by someone with experience.  If you have other symptoms see a rheumatologist.  If the rash is your only symptom see Dermatology.

Question 2

what happens if i have a the butterfly rash on face, is there is possibility that it is not lupus?

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Yes: Lupus is a relatively uncommon cause of a facial rash. Rosacea is far more common. See a dermatologist and then you will know for certain.

Question 3

my 13th month has recently come out with a butterfly rash on her face it has faded a bit but im quite worried could she have been born with lupas unknown to doctors?

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See below: Highly unlikely to be lupus. There are multiple other reasons for such a rash. She should be evaluated.

Question 4

is it possible to hav lupus with all syptoms except 'butterfly rash'on face?

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Yes: Malar rash not needed for lupus diagnosis but a minimum number of other criteria must be present. A rheumatologist can determine if you have lupus.

Question 5

ctd.entire face turns tomato red during aerobics class tho i'm fit.so bad i look ill! no1 else in class gets this.hrs later:.butterfly rash.r/t ctd?

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Some people flush: Probably you also flush if you swallow alcohol. So what? You can apply cool water. You can get afrin (oxymetazoline) (or the cheaper generic) and apply a few drops to your face before exercise to constrict the blood vessels.

Question 6

does the butterfly rash spread over face and make one eye swell shut?

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Butterfly rash: You want to make sure that you don't have lupus or other connective diseases.   See a doc soon.

Question 7

i've had hip pain for about 3 months. it wakes me from sleep. i recently got what looked like a butterfly rash across my face that lasted about a week.

Accepted Answer

Hip pain: These 2 symptoms could be unrelated but both should be evaluated by your physician. Joint pain and a butterfly rash can be associated with a condition called lupus erythematosus, which is an autoinmune disease, for that reason, see a physician.

Question 8

can irritant contact dermatitis cause red butterfly rash on face ? rash does not hurt or itch but feels hot when it is red ?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: When you talk a butterfly rash on the face we get suspicious for lupus.  See a doctor and get checked.

Question 9

i have a butterfly rash on my face and a positive ana test.  a  rheumatologist said he doesn't think it's lupus. should i get a second opinion?

Accepted Answer

It's your right: to have a second opinion, and trust your rheumatologist too, Lupus isn't an easy disease to be confirmed,  there  are certain criteria for the diagnosis, rheumatologist are expert at such, good luck

Question 10

have butterfly rash on face lower back pain joint pain and shortness of breath and feel sore all over body  what could be causing this ?

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See your doctor: Several conditions such as lupus, spondyloarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or viral infections can cause some of these symptoms. Your doctor can do testing to help explain them.

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What causes this malar rash or "butterfly" rash on my face?

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What happens if i have a the butterfly rash on face, is there is possibility that it is not lupus?

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My 13th month has recently come out with a butterfly rash on her face it has faded a bit but im quite worried could she have been born with lupas unknown to doctors?

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Is it possible to hav lupus with all syptoms except 'butterfly rash'on face?

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Ctd.entire face turns tomato red during aerobics class tho i'm fit.so bad i look ill! no1 else in class gets this.hrs later:.butterfly rash.r/t ctd?

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Does the butterfly rash spread over face and make one eye swell shut?

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I've had hip pain for about 3 months. it wakes me from sleep. i recently got what looked like a butterfly rash across my face that lasted about a week.

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Can irritant contact dermatitis cause red butterfly rash on face ? rash does not hurt or itch but feels hot when it is red ?

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I have a butterfly rash on my face and a positive ana test. a rheumatologist said he doesn't think it's lupus. should i get a second opinion?

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Have butterfly rash on face lower back pain joint pain and shortness of breath and feel sore all over body what could be causing this ?

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