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With lupus, could being in the sun too much and getting flare symptoms for few days cause the wbc count to drop to slightly below normal?
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It is possible: It is possible but you have reported that you are on Methotrexate which is known to decrease the white blood cells counts.
Answered 6/28/2014
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Yes: Yes! sun exposure should be minimized!
Answered 6/18/2013
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