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I had ana igg of 24.09 'positive' - low likelihood of sle. i have pericarditis too. i'm on colchicine, ibuprofen, no immunosuppresants. i have chest pain, leg pain, shortness of breath, low grade fever, fatigue - not other symptoms. can it be lupus?

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Unclear. An isolated ANA & pericarditis occur commonly in folks without lupus. More criteria need to be satisfied before a diagnosis can be made. Please discuss with your PCP.

Answered 8/1/2022

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