Lupus pernio
ICD-10 D86.3 · ICD-11 4B20.5.1

Treatment of Lupus Pernio: First-Line Systemic Therapy

Clinical Scenario

Lupus pernio is a specific cutaneous manifestation of sarcoidosis characterised by chronic, indurated skin lesions. When systemic treatment is indicated, a structured pharmacological approach is used to manage the condition.

Treatment Approach

First-line management involves systemic corticosteroid therapy. The regimen is built around oral corticosteroids, with specific agent selection and dosing outlined in the full protocol.

Full dosing schedule, sequencing, and decision criteria are in the structured protocol below.
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