Pop Quiz #49
The correct answer is D. Squamous cell carcinoma is a potential sequela.
This is an image of discoid lupus erythematosus (DLE). Squamous cell carcinoma may develop from lesions of DLE. SCCs are rare and aggressive tumors with greater likelihood of metastases. Cases have been reported among patients with different clinical characteristics. Classically, 5-15% of patients with DLE will eventu …