I Have Been Diagnosed With Diverticulitis And Wanted To Confirm The Diagnosis

Posted on Wed, 5 May 2021

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Question : Hello, I have been diagnosed with vasculitis and wanted to confirm the diagnosis. I have pictures to show you. I get red blemishes/spots off and on. It starts to happen when I stand or sit too long. It appears on my feet, legs mostly.

Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,the symptoms seem to be related to vasculitis.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I already reviewed the attached reports.
The lesions seem to be related to vasculitis.
It is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks the blood vessels.
The treatment consists corticosteroids which should be taken on prescription.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Kind regards!

Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician

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