Neonatal cutaneous lupus erythematosus developed in a four-week-old girl, showing the importance of monitoring for newborns exposed to autoantibodies.
Maternal autoantibodies, specifically positive anti-SSA/Ro, were confirmed, leading to a diagnosis of systemic lupus with joint involvement.
Treatment included topical hydrocortisone for the infant alongside low-dose prednisone and hydroxychloroquine for the mother, resulting in improvement.
This case emphasizes joint management and systemic monitoring for potential cardiac involvement in neonates with maternal autoantibodies.
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Case report identifies neonatal lupus in an infant and maternal systemic lupus, suggesting dermatological and cardiovascular monitoring.