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I was recently tested for lupus anticoagulant and it was postitive. does that mean i have lupus?
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No: Having a "lupus anticoagulant" just means there is an abnormality in your clotting mechanism that may make you m, ore easily bleed and, conversely slightly more likely to clot. While this feature may be seen in the disease lupus it does not mean that everyone with this factor has the disease lupus/ there are msany other features of the disease to look for.
Answered 6/25/2016
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Not necessarily: There are a number of diseases associated with a lupus anticoagulant or it may occur without association.
Answered 7/1/2012
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