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I have a positive ana profile the scleroderma scl -70 was 1.8 ai. i have been experiencing fatigue, and joint pain in my hands, ankles and feet. i ha?

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See a rheumatologist: Your symptoms may be consistent with an autoimmune disease. The ANA and positive SCL 70 are markers which SOMETIMES are associated with certain autoimmune diseases. A Rheumatologist will help you see if you have one of these.

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Answered 5/29/2017

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