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I have a positive speckled ana test, with muscle pain, rash, and weakness etc. does this mean i have lupus?
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No: It takes a lot more to make the diagnosis of lupus, contact you local chapter of the lupus foundation for information.
Answered 9/15/2013
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Possible,but: Possible, but could also be inflammatory muscle disease (e.g., dermatomyositis). Rheumatologist would be helpful.
Answered 9/15/2013
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