What to do if a person with lupus erythematosus has acne

Pimples are known as acne. Acne in patients with lupus erythematosus may be caused by hormone level disorder, excessive sebum secretion, etc. It can be handled by general treatment, medication and other methods.
1. Hormone level disorder: Lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease, and patients with lupus erythematosus may need to take hormone drugs and immunosuppressants for a long time, which may easily lead to hormone level disorder in the body, resulting in the appearance of acne. Patients can follow the doctor’s instructions to use topical adapalene gel, clindamycin gel and other drugs, lupus erythematosus control and stabilization, acne will also improve.
2. Excessive sebum secretion: In patients with lupus erythematosus, taking medication may also lead to endocrine disorders, excessive sebum secretion and cause acne. For more severe acne, patients can take oral medications such as viamin and minocycline as prescribed by the doctor. Usually make sure to do a good job of skin cleaning and care, and eat less spicy and stimulating food.
Acne in patients with lupus erythematosus may also be caused by other reasons, and it is recommended that patients consult the dermatology department of a regular hospital for examination and standardized treatment as prescribed by the doctor.