Lupus pernio | |
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Cutaneous lesions of sarcoidosis (lupus pernio). Red-to-purple indurated plaques and nodules affecting the nose and cheeks. | |
Classification and external resources | |
Specialty | hematology |
ICD-10 | D86.3 (ILDS D86.340) |
ICD-9-CM | 135 |
Lupus pernio is a chronic raised indurated (hardened) lesion of the skin, often purplish in color. It is seen on the nose, ears, cheeks, lips, and forehead. It is pathognomonic of sarcoidosis. The name "lupus pernio" is a misnomer, as microscopically this disease shows granulomatous infiltration and does not have features of either lupus or pernio.
Lupus pernio is associated with poor outcomes and lower rate of resolution.