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Astoria, NY
A 24-year-old female asked:

Tested positive just couple weeks ago for hashimotos now positive ana also, been feeling horrible does it mean i have lupus? any further tests? help

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Dr. Al Hegab
Dr. Al Hegabanswered
Allergy and Immunology 42 years experience
Yes: More tests and clinical evaluation to confirm or rule out SLE. ANA can be positive in Hashimoto's, symptoms of fatigue and being tired are common to many autoimmune disorders. Talk to your doctor /see a rheumatologist for evaluation, wish you wellness
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