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lupoid /lu·poid/ (loo´poid) pertaining to or resembling lupus.
lupoid, resembling systemic lupus erythematosus. lupoid [loo´poid] pertaining to or resembling lupus.
lupoid 1. pertaining to lupus vulgaris. 2. a variant of sarcoidosis marked by small papular lesions. lupoid dermatosis an hereditary disease of German shorthaired pointers. Scaling and crusting starts on the face, then spreads over the body, particularly to the hocks and scrotum. The lesions may be painful and pruritic. lupoid leishmaniasis cutaneous leishmaniasis. lupoid onychodystrophy
symmetrical sloughing of claws occurs, followed by regrowth of misshapen, crumbling claws. Histological changes show a lichenoid interface dermatitis. German shepherd dogs appear to be predisposed. lupoid adjective Relating to a lupus erythematosus-like condition Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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