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/