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My 6 year old has a esr level of 19 with joint paint and a 1:160 ana speckled pattern should i be concerned?

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ARTHALGIA: Observe the kid for further flare-up of joint pains. Repeat lab to check for rf r RA or other collagen disease. Right now it is not conclusive. See arthritis specialist if necessary.

Answered 6/10/2014

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Possibly: This is a tough one to answer. A positive ANA is somewhat nonspecific but can be positive in certain juvenile arthritic disorders. I would urge that your daughter be evaluated by a pediatric rheumatologist.

Answered 3/11/2023

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