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A 37-year-old female asked:

Positive ana ifa 1:160, igg 1605, ck total 469, ldh 292.numbness in hands& feet. tight & shiny skin, joint pain, raynauds,swollen fingers. curved fingers. muscle weakness, fatigue. rheumatologist said systemic sclerosis (scleroderma). sound accurate?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered

Pathology 51 years experience

Yes. You clinical picture is consistent with scleroderma. Wish you good health!

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Answered Aug 21, 2022

Dr. Bennett Machanicanswered

Neurology 54 years experience

Information provided in your post appears consistent with your diagnosis

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