Tumid Lupus

Lupus erythematosus tumidus (LET) was reported by Henri Gougerot and Burnier R. in 1930. Skin lesions are edematous, urticarialike annular papules and plaques.

The purpose of this page is to provide a place for people with Tumid Lupus and their families and caregivers to find and/or share information about this rare form of lupus. It is a photosensitive skin disorder, a different subtype of cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE) from discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE) or subacute CLE (SCLE).[3] LET is usually found on sun-exposed areas of the body. This page has 3 admins, all of which have been diagnosed with Tumid Lupus.