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Fever Malar Rash Proteinuria
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Does toddler rhumatic fever rash itch?

Rash: generally it does not itch
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Proteinuria means the presence of excess of serum proteins in the urine. The excess protein in the urine often causes the urine to become foamy. Up to 150 mg a day of protein may be excreted by a normal person most of this being tamm-horsfall protein. Between 150-300 mg/day may be considered microalbuminuria and greater than 300mg/day is abnormal and ...Read more
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ANA 1:640, malar rash in sun, periodic leukopenia,pleuritic chest pain,photosens rashes,mouth sores,raynauds,muscle & joint pain;sed rate,C3,C4 normal?

Malar rash: What you are reporting is not normal. Most of your problems could be caused by an autoimmune disease, most likely Lupus. You need to be seeing a doctor. Doctors who specialize in this type of disorder are Rhematologists. ...Read more
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Does hay fever cause itchy skin?

Yes: Although most pollens cause issues with eyes, ears, and lungs, some people have atypical symptoms such as soft palatte itching , itching inside the ears, and itching in areas of the skin that may come into contact with pollen. (typically exposed skin). ...Read more
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Very itchy rash w 1-2mm blister-like eruptions. Biopsy showed telangiectasia and lymphocytic infiltrates. Rash still recurring. Autoimmune? Ideas?
TMEP: It's time to see a dermatologist. Did the biopsy have mast cells as part of the infiltrate? Was a direct immunoflorescence done? Tmep is an acronym you can google and see pictures and description of the clinical course. There many potential treatments but the diagnosis is paramount before any can be started. ...Read more
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Does tick bite fever cause blisters?

See below : If you are referring to tick-borne relapsing fever (tbrf), then - no. Blisters are not associated with it as far as i can discern from then most recent reports. ...Read more
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Diagnosed w/ lupus. Malar rash,photosenstvty,sicca ,mouth/nose sores,Recurring flares,leukopenia, ANA 1:640.All other labs neg.Possible w/normal labs?

Absolutely: Your general labs can be totally normal and you can still have lupus. ...Read more
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Is dengue rashes itchy?

Itchiness is: Inconsistent with dengue fever. In some cases it may itch. ...Read more
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Malar rash,photosensitivy,sicca ,mouth/nose sores,Recurring flares, leukopenia, ANA 1:640.All other labs neg.Rhuem dx'd lupus.Possible w/normal labs?
Lupus: Seems consistent with SLE . Need Rheumatologist follow up and specific anti double stranded DNA and other labs. SLE affects your kidney and can cause pericarditis. Immediate follow and management is helpful. ...Read more
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52 y.o with 6 days of fever, malaise, myalgia, anorexia, but no cough or URI symptoms. Headache, no neck stiffness. Mottled, flat, global erythema.??

Get seen!: You have been sick too long. If your fever is high, and you have a red rash all over, you definitely should get checked today. If not today, ASAP. ...Read more
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What spreads dengue fever?

Mosquitos: Primarily the tropical species, especially aedes aegypti. ...Read more
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Is meningitis rash itchy?

Usually not: This rash does not tend to be of the itchy variety although any virus, bacteria and/or fungus can cause meningitis and all have different degrees of presentation. ...Read more
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Positive ANA w/1.80h bloodwork ok loosing hair, patches bald, leg tightness,butterfly rash on face, sun reaction, eyelids peeling, no tears, lupus?

See a doc : A 1:80 Ana is barely abnormal but seeing a rheumatologist for an evaluation would be a good idea - the eval would include a history and examination and possibly some more detailed blood testing to see if anything important is going on. ...Read more
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13yr old daughter with widespread petichial,annular rash on bothlegs for10 wks.Not fungal, lupus,or hsp.100 temp 4 weeks weak pos monospot.no sorethroat?

Needs evaluation: will need evaluation with IgG and IgM antibodies for Epstein–Barr virus (EBV), ESR, CRP and possible auto immune diseases with skin manifestation ...Read more
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Joint pain, muscle pain, facial rashes, tremors, itchy rashes after sun exposure, fatigue. Saw rheumatologist, all lupus tests negative+ blood normal?

See details: I am not sure what you are asking. You need to discuss the situation with your rheumatologist. There are patients with lupus who do not have positive blood tests. There are also other explanations for your symptoms. Lupus remains an uncommon diagnosis in males so you may want to look for another explanation. ...Read more
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What causes this malar rash or "butterfly" rash on my face?

SLE : Malar rash is a sign of SLE (systemic lupus Erythematosis ) there are other other autoimmune diseases which can also have this rash. there are many rashes which can look similar and be mistaken for a malar rash. The most common is rosacea. You will need an evaluation by someone with experience. If you have other symptoms see a rheumatologist. If the rash is your only symptom see Dermatology. ...Read more
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Is the lupus butterfly rash often itchy?

YES IT IS: Yes it can be itchy.
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Dry colorless itchy rash after amoxicillin rash. Worried?

Not enough info: You should be worried if you have any difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting and belly pain after an allergic reaction to Amoxicillin since it's the indication of an ongoing anaphylaxis reaction and can be life threatening. If it's not the case or the rashes occurr way after you got the Amoxicillin rashes, it is something else. Should check with your doctor. Need to see it to know what it is. ...Read more
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Blotchy red itchy rash following bronchitis
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Acute Urticaria/Hive: Acute urticaria (hives) is common, affecting 20% of the population. Acute hives resolve within 6 weeks (most patients fit into this category). Hives can become chronic if last more than 6 weeks. Common viral/bacterial infections can trigger an outbreak like bronchitis. Medications, foods, and stings can also cause acute hives but have the potential to lead to more serious complications. ...Read more
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Is butterfly rash always lupus?

No: Rosacea causes very similar findings and is fairly common. ...Read more
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What actually is scarlet fever / scarlatina?

Scarlet F= scarlatin: Scarlet fever(scarlitina) is a term we apply when one has a group a strep infection that causes an extensive rash. The strep toxin enters the blood & begins to show up as an extensive sunburn like, flat rash that feels like sand paper. The patient will be expected to have high fever & the rash starts within 12 hrs of the fever. The rash often first appears in the bating trunk area & flexing areas. ...Read more
Protein In Urine (Definition)
Protein is an expensive commodity for the body. The kidneys are entrusted to return protein back to the body during filtering, and not lose it to the urine. Losses > 150mg/day are indicative of a problem with the filtration mechanism of the kidney. A nephrologist should be consulted ...Read more
Butterfly Rash (Definition)
"butterfly rash" is usually in reference to lupus and refers to a red rash, usually made a lot worse with sun exposure, that shows up across the cheeks and nose. Apparently, someone thought this reminded them of the ...Read more