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10/31/2008 00:40
shazzi
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HI,

would someone be able to tell me more about the symptoms of lupus my lupus count is 600 does this mean anything???

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10/31/2008 13:19
fibroforever
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What test was your 600 from?

My ANA is 1:80 and I'm thinking that's what you're talking about. But, some lab companies test that out differently.

Have you checked out the American Lupus Foundation website? It's a great site. It shows things from symptoms, tests, to research, etc.

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"When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place." ~Unknown
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11/17/2008 12:11
Annchick
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i know ive got a lot of great info from this site double welcome.
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11/18/2008 00:29
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Shazzi have you spoke to a Dr about the symptoms you have etc...always best to seek medical advice as we all are differant...
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11/20/2008 12:57
Annchick
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Yes its important that you get checked out before the siuation gets worst.
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11/20/2008 17:43
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shazzi- just wondering how you're doing and if you had a chance to talk with the doctor yet. Let us know.
"When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place." ~Unknown
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11/21/2008 07:26
Annchick
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Yes let us know - we will give you all the support you need.

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