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I had +ana test. wbc 3 and plt count 130 & i also have recurring pericarditis w/ pericardial effusions. is it likely i have autoimmune disease?
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Could be: It depends on a number of other criteria that your doctor can help sort out with you.
Answered 1/19/2016
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