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I have lupus and scleroderma. i have boilsl popping up everywhere. abdominal pain headaches extreme fatigue are present now also. er visit or no?
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Need to be seen asap: ER, urgent care or your doctor, you need medical attention, good luck
Answered 11/6/2015
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Call rheuma: First thing you need to do is to consult your rheumatologist. However the appearance of boils points more to an infection especially if you are on immunosuppressive drugs for your lupus and scleroderma. If your rheumatologist can't see you today, go to the ER and get help.
Answered 11/6/2015
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