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Should I Consult A Dermatologist Or A Rheumatologist For Discoid Lupus?

I nosed with was diagnosed with discoid lupus 3 years ag and has been seeing a dermatologist off and on since that time. I have had scalp lesions with hair loss at times. currently the lesions are larger in size . should I continue with the dermatologist or should I being seeing a rheumatologist?
posted on Mon, 27 Apr 2015
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Hello,

You should continue with the dermatologist and also see a rheumatologist for discoid lupus erythematosus.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Gjustina Loloci, Allergist and Immunologist
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Should I Consult A Dermatologist Or A Rheumatologist For Discoid Lupus?

Hello, You should continue with the dermatologist and also see a rheumatologist for discoid lupus erythematosus. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Gjustina Loloci, Allergist and Immunologist