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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/
Tue, 22 Jul 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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What Is The Solution For Systemic Lupus On Limbs, Face And Scalp, High WBC And RBC Count And Severe Edema?

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