Photosensitivity or abnormal light sensitivity is very complex and is a major symptom of lupus. The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) loosely defines photosensitivity as "a skin rash as a result ...

discoid lupus, and the photosensitive nature of the malar or butterfly rash. The word ‘lupus’ (Latin for ‘wolf’) is attributed to the thirteenth century physician Rogerius who used it to describe ...

In some people exposure to sunlight can bring on a rash which is ... medical conditions systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and porphyria increase the risk of photosensitivity.

Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE ... of serositis and pulmonary involvement and lower occurrence of malar rash, photosensitivity, palpable purpura, alopecia, Raynaud's phenomenon ...

May kicks off Lupus awareness month during which sufferers of the illness, and their supporters, wear purple or butterflies ...