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Diagnosed with lupus wondsfing what does the brown spots or skin problems look like from taking plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) ?
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There are: There are a variety of rashes associated with plaquenil--chronic use can sometimes cause a grey-brown undertone but photosensitive rashes can occur as well. Psoriasis outbreaks and other rashes can occur. See your rheumatologist or dermatologist for further evaluation.
Answered 5/11/2013
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