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A member asked:
In lupus flare.missed 3 days of work.my md only prescribes prednisone if organs involved.how 2 get work understand.missed several days 2 months ago.
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Vague: Vague question. "Lupus flare"? Why missed work? Do you see an immunologist or dermatologist? If your Dr does not help with skin symptoms or other aspects of lupus which affect your life, insist on referral to a Dr who may be more sophisticated about lupus.
Answered 9/17/2016
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