Background: Lupus erythematosus is a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disease that affects various body systems and results in a wide range of clinical symptoms, including photosensitivity. Sun exposure/UV light is a well-known factor for disease activity. Therefore, photoprotective measures are used in patients with lupus erythematosus. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of sunscreen use, limitations and association with disease flares among patients with lupus erythematosus at
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