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Have lupus. can a artery stent placement (either the stent itself or procedure) cause flare up? in flare up weeks later.

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See details: What is your question? These issues are best discussed with your own rheumatologist or the physician who is treating your lupus.

Answered 5/27/2018

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A member asked:

Have lupus. can a artery stent placement (either the stent itself or procedure) cause flare up? in flare up weeks later.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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