AUTHOR=Roofeh David , Kahlenberg J. Michelle 

TITLE=Undifferentiated connective tissue disease with an incidental photo-provocation: a case report

JOURNAL=Frontiers in Lupus

VOLUME=1

YEAR=2023

URL=https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/lupus/articles/10.3389/flupu.2023.1223001

DOI=10.3389/flupu.2023.1223001

ISSN=2813-6934

ABSTRACT=<p>A female patient with undifferentiated connective tissue disease and no documented history of photosensitivity fastidiously adhered to the rheumatologist's recommendation to avoid UV light exposure. Due to unexpected UV exposure, she developed multiple erythematous/violaceous macules, concerning a cutaneous lupus erythematosus reaction with a chilblain-like appearance. This study highlighted the importance of screening for unintentional photo-provocation in those who are suspected of having or being at risk for developing systemic lupus erythematosus.</p>