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Lupus brings to the forefront many skin alterations that can be disfiguring and painful. So, taking care of your skin is essential to minimize lupus flare-ups and control skin problems.

When you have lupus, if you're photosensitive any sun exposure can exacerbate skin abnormalities. Being exposed to ultraviolet rays either from the sun or from artificial light is not helpful.

  1. A break out of skin rashes caused by photosensitivity usually occurs on parts of the body that are most often exposed to the sun, including the face, neck, ears and hands.
  2. Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen and wear protective clothing to limit both sunlight and artificial ultraviolet light.
  3. Make every effort to stay out of the sun particularly when sunlight is the strongest and use UV-filtering sunglasses.

If you have skin discolourations or scars as a result of lupus there are some makeup products that can be a clever cover-up.

  1. Make sure you choose one that's hypoallergenic and avoid skin creams that may make you more sensitive to the sun
  2. As well some treatments like laser therapy for red or dark spots are promising and moisturizers are helpful for dry skin.
  3. However, choose non-irritating moisturizing products.

Certain lupus-related skin medications include topical ointments like steroid creams or gels or sometimes liquid steroids will be injected directly into lesions.Typically, medications tend to alleviate discomfort or itching.

It's a good thing to consult with your doctor regarding whether your prescribed medications will increase your sensitivity to sun or artificial light and be especially careful about avoiding sunlight.

The skin on the inside of your mouth can be affected by lupus sores which may be painful and uncomfortable.

  1. You'll need to gargle several times a day with an antiseptic mouthwash to ease dry mouth
  2. Choose a dental paste that can help speed up healing.
  3. Maintain good oral hygiene of daily cleanings and flossing.
  4. If lupus affects your nose as well or you have sores in your nose a soothing vaseline cream can be helpful.

Your best self-help key for controlling lupus-related skin conditions is to use appropriate skincare treatments that help minimize flare-ups. Your goal is to prevent or fight likely infections and reduce the risk of complicating conditions.