Chronic Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus in a Blaschkoid Pattern over Face.

Linear lesions following the lines of Blaschko of chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus is a highly unusual variant of cutaneous lupus, particularly in adult. The lesions are restricted to one anatomical site with facial predilection in most of the reported cases. We herein, report a case of chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus due to rarity of presentation and later age of onset.

Pattern of inpatient referrals to dermatology at a tertiary care centre of South Rajasthan.

Background: Dermatologists besides providing service to patients in the outdoors, also play a vital role in the care of inpatients admitted to dermatology unit and other departments.

Aims: The aim of this study was to evaluate the pattern of referrals sent to the dermatology department by other departments.

Materials And Methods: The study included all inpatients referred to dermatology department of a tertiary care centre of South Rajasthan during a 5-year period from October 2008 to September 2013.