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Does Positive ANA Result Mean Lupus?

My daughter started rash 6 weeks ago. At begining only left face and right eye lid. But now it is butterfly rash. did blood testing. Only ana positive. My daughter feels good. No any other problem. It is lupus? She took vyvanse 30mg from 2 and half months ago.
Tue, 23 Feb 2016
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Brief Answer:
Requires anti-dsDNA and anti-smith test along with Rheumatologist opinion.

Detailed Answer:
Warm Welcome. I appreciate your trust in HCM and assure you are on best portal on the globe for expert online medical services.

I have thoroughly reviewed health query you raised, and well realize all of those concerns. Being your physician, I will take care all of them today and will extend my expertise to solve the problems.

A butterfly rash is typical but not limited to Systemic lupus erythematosus. A positive ANA occurs in many disorders and doesn’t necessarily mean your daughter has lupus.

Anti-dsDNA and anti-smith test is required to see more specifically. Some blood and urine tests are also required and only after that some conclusion can be drawn. A rheumatologist opinion is also advised.

Hope I addressed all the concerns you have. Let me know if you have further questions. I will be more than happy to clear any doubts. Keep a follow up to see how you doing.


Regards!
Dr. Ali Raza
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Does Positive ANA Result Mean Lupus?

Brief Answer: Requires anti-dsDNA and anti-smith test along with Rheumatologist opinion. Detailed Answer: Warm Welcome. I appreciate your trust in HCM and assure you are on best portal on the globe for expert online medical services. I have thoroughly reviewed health query you raised, and well realize all of those concerns. Being your physician, I will take care all of them today and will extend my expertise to solve the problems. A butterfly rash is typical but not limited to Systemic lupus erythematosus. A positive ANA occurs in many disorders and doesn’t necessarily mean your daughter has lupus. Anti-dsDNA and anti-smith test is required to see more specifically. Some blood and urine tests are also required and only after that some conclusion can be drawn. A rheumatologist opinion is also advised. Hope I addressed all the concerns you have. Let me know if you have further questions. I will be more than happy to clear any doubts. Keep a follow up to see how you doing. Regards! Dr. Ali Raza