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What Is The Solution For Systemic Lupus On Limbs, Face And Scalp, High WBC And RBC Count And Severe Edema?
i have systemic lupus and for more than a year I have such severe burning and itching of the skin, esp. my feet, hands, face, and scalp that it is debilitating. also I recently had blood work done. my white count is high, as well as my red blood count. will be seeing a hematologist in april. wondering if the lupus could be attacking kidneys? also, I have such severe edema at times that i cant even walk there is soooo much fluid retention. any opinion on the kidney possibility? would that elevate my blood counts/
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Mon, 31 Mar 2014
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Good evening. Raised WBC is normally an unusual finding in lupus, but it is not a bad sign either. It could be due to prednisone you are taking. But yes, lupus can attack the kidneys in a high proportion. The highest risk is during the first 3 years.If you are getting fluid retention, do consult your rheumatologist early. You may need a kidney biopsy and stepping up of treatment before it worsens further. HOpe the information was useful
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