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Female 37 yrs se asian my dermatologist explained although had biopsy of shoulder few yrs ago to test for discoid lupus(with rnp/ ana positive)it may not be right skin,area to establish lupus.so inconclusive result.agree?what percent are accurate?

Q: female 37 yrs se asian my dermatologist explained although had biopsy of shoulder few yrs ago to test for discoid lupus(with rnp/ ana positive)it may not be right skin,area to establish lupus.so inconclusive result.agree?what percent are accurate?

: Not much published on this. Not a good way to diagnose lupus. Many better ways to diagnose lupus. Discuss with your team.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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Not much published on this. Not a good way to diagnose lupus. Many better ways to diagnose lupus. Discuss with your team.

Answered 4/22/2021

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see a rheumatologist. Wish you good health!

Answered 4/22/2021

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A member asked:

Female 37 yrs se asian my dermatologist explained although had biopsy of shoulder few yrs ago to test for discoid lupus(with rnp/ ana positive)it may not be right skin,area to establish lupus.so inconclusive result.agree?what percent are accurate?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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