Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus Presenting as Persistent Periorbital Edema: A Report of Two Cases

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 18-26
Author(s):  
Rocío Cardona ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Periorbital Edema ◽  
Cutaneous Lupus

scholarly journals Systemic Lupus Erythematosus Presented with Bilateral Orbital Edema and Negative Serology

2019 ◽  
Vol 2019 ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Manal Al-Khaldi ◽  
Manal Alsabbagh
Keyword(s):  
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus ◽  
Systemic Lupus ◽  
Periorbital Edema ◽  
Positive Serology ◽  
Rare Presentation ◽  
Long Term Follow Up ◽  
Cutaneous Lupus

Isolated bilateral periorbital edema with negative serology is an extremely rare presentation of cutaneous lupus erythematosus that may lead to eyelid scarring, infection, or even corneal involvement. The treatment usually comprises a combination of hydroxychloroquine and a tapering dose of systemic steroids. Patients require long-term follow-up as they may develop systemic lupus erythematosus with positive serology later in life. We report a case of a 32-year-old female who presented with chronic bilateral periorbital edema, and the histopathology confirmed cutaneous lupus erythematosus.

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