Linear IgA bullous dermatosis associated with systemic lupus erythematosus: a case report

Clin Rheumatol. 2008 Mar;27(3):391-3. doi: 10.1007/s10067-007-0752-5. Epub 2007 Oct 12.

Abstract

We describe a patient with linear IgA bullous dermatosis, who developed characteristics of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This association is rare and might be considered in the spectrum of the nonspecific bullous lesions associated to SLE.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents / therapeutic use
  • Blister / drug therapy
  • Blister / etiology
  • Blister / immunology*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulin A / metabolism*
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / complications
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / diagnosis*
  • Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic / drug therapy
  • Methylprednisolone / therapeutic use

Substances

  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents
  • Immunoglobulin A
  • Methylprednisolone