Thanks Quix.... Are your eyes feeling better?
Hmmm.... "scarletina", that is interesting. I wouldn't have thought about that. Would that be something that would progress over your body like this has been doing?
As far as the sun... These "thunder-thighs" haven't seen the sun in about 20 years!!!! :-) So, no, the rash in not confined to a sun-exposed area. It is now on the entire arm (wrist to shoulder) and the entire legs (ankle to upper thigh).
I'm assuming that Lupus could be ruled out?
Thanks and take care! Pat :)
Hey, Pat, the description of of a fine, sandpapery, red, itchy rash is the description of "scarletina" the rash of strep (usually strep throat, but may be of an infected skin sore called impetigo.) I can't diagnose any skin thing online, but you should have a step throat test, even if there are no symptoms.
Of, course it also could be an allergic reaction. The druggist is correct that "most" allergic reactions occur also on the torso, but it is not universal. Is the rash is sun-exposed areas?? Think back were you aout in the sun in shorts 5 weeks ago?
Quix
You don't sound grump at all. I'm sorry you're not feeling well today. :(
I guess I'm not sure what blood tests need to be done for Lupus above what I have had in October.
Do you mind telling me which blood tests you had to rule out Lupus? I'm wondering if the negative ANA/Sed Rate etc., would be enough to rule it out?
Also, I agree with you.... I really don't like to have to wait for over 2 months for an appt!! Maybe, I can get on a "cancellation list" and get in sooner!!
Thanks again and feel well soon! Pat :)
Can't you just call and ask for your doctor to order the blood test for you? Then you can go to the lab and have your blood drawn, instead of waiting for sooo long. I wouldn't be able to stand it and would harass the office until my request was fulfilled. January is too long to have to wait and totally unfair. I hope I don't upset you, I just think that if there is any chance you should be taken seriously. Sorry if I sound grumpy, I don't feel so well today.
Terrie
Thanks for your reply!
My dermatologist just gave me the Rx for the lotion, but wants to follow up in one week. I don't know if he'll order any additional blood tests.
I don't have the characteristic butterfly rash. I do have sore lymph nodes off and on (chest/underarm), hair falling out, overall body "shakiness" like I'm getting the flu, and now the progressive rash on my arms/legs. Hmmmm.....
I recently had the CBC w/diff/ ANA/Sed Rate/CRP/CMP/RPR/Thyroid done by a PCP.
Just called for a Rheumatologist appointment. I can't get in until January 15!! :( Ugh... Well, I guess I'll take a break from this stuff for the holidays. This rheumy was voted "Best Doc of 2006" for her field and is a researcher and teacher, so I'm hoping she can get some answers for me.
January will be the one year mark that I've started looking for a diagnosis. :(
Yes, Lupus can have many of the same symptoms as MS except is usually forms a rash, sometimes referred as a butterfly looking rash. Did he take blood tests for you? I was tested for Lupus, but mine was negative and I did not have a rash. Let us know how you are doing and what your tests results reveal. We will be thinking about you.
Terrie