Pathology · single question
Which systemic disease is classically associated with a butterfly (malar) rash across the cheeks and nose?
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Correct answer: A. Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
- A. Correct. The malar 'butterfly' rash is a hallmark of SLE.
- B. Dermatomyositis gives a heliotrope rash and Gottron papules.
- C. Rosacea causes central-face erythema/telangiectasia but is not the 'butterfly rash' of lupus.
- D. Psoriasis causes scaly plaques on extensor surfaces.