Discoid lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disorder affecting the skin. The disorder causes a skin rash or lesions that usually appear on the scalp, nose and cheeks. Loss of hair and changes in skin pigment also occur with this disorder. Permanent scarring can occur as lesions regress. Discoid lupus erythematosus is more common in women than men and appears to have a familial linkage. Having discoid lupus does not guarantee that you will develop systemic (body-wide) lupus erythematosus, a far more serious autoimmune disorder that can damage many different organs.
Rhinosinusitis is the inflammation of the nasal passages and sinus cavities. It is usually caused by allergies or an infection. It causes a combination of symptoms of rhinitis, (the medical term for nasal symptoms), and sinusitis, including: Runny nose. Post nasal drip.
Sinusitis makes people feel weak and sick, and besides the symptoms of a cold, they often have severe pain around the face. In this fact sheet we will inform you about the causes and symptoms of acute sinusitis, as well as the treatment options. What is sinusitis and what causes it? Sinusitis is an inflammation of the paranasal sinuses. The medical term is rhinosinusitis (rhino- meaning nose), because it affects the mucous membranes lining the nose and the sinuses. The paranasal sinuses are part of the upper airways, and are connected to the nasal cavity.