Cutaneous Autoimmune Diseases
About the disease & condition
Known symptoms
- Red, scaly, or blistering skin rashes
- Persistent or recurring skin lesions
- Pain, itching, or burning sensations
- Hair loss or nail changes in some individuals
Known causes
- Underlying autoimmune conditions such as lupus, pemphigus, or scleroderma
- Genetic predisposition
- Environmental triggers including sunlight, infections, or medications
- Hormonal or immune system imbalances
Care
- Detailed clinical examination by a dermatologist
- Skin biopsy for definitive diagnosis
- Blood tests to detect autoimmune markers
- Treatment with immunosuppressive medications or corticosteroids
- Regular follow-up and monitoring to manage disease activity
Relevant Specialties
Pediatrics
Our Paediatrics services provide comprehensive, family-centred care for infants, children and adolescents. Be it routine check-ups, immunisations, complex, multisystem treatment or critical care. Our multidisciplinary team of paediatricians, neonatologists, paediatric surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, nephrologists, dietitians and therapists work together to design personalised care plans supported by advanced diagnostics, paediatric endoscopy, PICU services and transplant-linked pathways. We deliver round-the-clock emergency and intensive paediatric support (including ECMO and CRRT where needed) and run specialist clinics for respiratory, gastroenterology, cardiology, neurology, renal and growth or developmental concerns.
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