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I have muscle pains, bone stiffness, severe dry eyes, ears and scalp and hair loss. my ana is positive for over ten years with a high rnp. what could be the problem?

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Dr. Tracy Lovell answered

See below: You may also have mixed connective tissue disease with sjogren's like features.

Dr Namey agreed

Answered 6/8/2013

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A member asked:

I have muscle pains, bone stiffness, severe dry eyes, ears and scalp and hair loss. my ana is positive for over ten years with a high rnp. what could be the problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tracy Lovell answered

Dr Namey agreed

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