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My doctors suspect that i have lupus/scleraderma crossover. they have done a biopsy of the scleraderma patch on my back will sle show in results?
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Its possible: but unlikely since most likely will show changes which are "non-specific" for SLE and possibly 'specific" for scleroderma. The answer will lie in your SEROLOGY Studies (I assume that you are seeing a Board Certified Rheumatologist (maybe along with your Dermatologist!!! If not get THAT referral!! Hope this helps! Good Luck BE WELL!! Dr z
Answered 5/10/2015
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