These ulcers are typically red spots or shallow craters. A key identifying feature is a white halo or white lines that radiate outward from the central red area. They may be small or merge into larger patches.
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The following images show what lupus mouth ulcers can look like: These ulcers are typically red spots or shallow craters
| Condition | Key difference from lupus ulcer | |-----------|--------------------------------| | | Painful, usually on movable mucosa (tongue, lip inner side). | | Herpes simplex | Clustered vesicles → then ulcers; painful; on keratinized mucosa (hard palate, gums). | | Traumatic ulcer | Irregular shape, adjacent sharp tooth or denture. | | Lichen planus | White lacy striae (Wickham’s striae) – often bilateral. | | Behçet’s disease | Painful, deeper, often with genital ulcers and uveitis. | | Medication-related ulcer (e.g., NSAIDs) | Single, painful, resolves with drug stop. | There are many online communities dedicated to supporting
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