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On diuretic for 10 yrs, 3 yrs ago had sle symps, ana 1:1280 told to stop diuretic though did not consider dil. on plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine). can i use diuretic now?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Not enough info: The best approach is just to ask your own doctor. I will tell you that diuretics are a very uncommon cause of DIL.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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A member asked:

On diuretic for 10 yrs, 3 yrs ago had sle symps, ana 1:1280 told to stop diuretic though did not consider dil. on plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine). can i use diuretic now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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