Fingers and toes that turn white or blue when exposed to cold or during stressful periods.Skin lesions that appear or worsen with sun exposure.Butterfly-shaped rash on the face that covers the cheeks and bridge of the nose or rashes elsewhere on the body.The most common signs and symptoms include:
The signs and symptoms of lupus that you experience will depend on which body systems are affected by the disease. Most people with lupus have mild disease characterized by episodes - called flares - when signs and symptoms get worse for a while, then improve or even disappear completely for a time. Signs and symptoms may come on suddenly or develop slowly, may be mild or severe, and may be temporary or permanent. A typical sign of lupus is a red, butterfly-shaped rash over your cheeks and nose, often following exposure to sunlight.
