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I've had a facial rash on the apples of my cheeks and nose for a few months. i recently had a ana lab test done and it came out positive. is it lupus?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lupus: It may not be lupus ANA lab test may be highly variable and non specific..

Answered 6/10/2014

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