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Skin and scalp problems and loss of hair

Women's Health | Last Active: Mar 27, 2023 | Replies (29)

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@pollyanne

I am just updating my situation.I have an appointment with the reumotologist in October and an appointment with my new GP on Monday. My original dermatologist had a long phone call with me and she says she feels I have discoid lupus plus a neurology problem which means that my nerves are not firing right. Hopefully the rheumatologist can help me with this. I am also asking for a thyroid test. Plus I am going to ask for patch testing from my Kaiser dermatologist and maybe another biopsy although I hate having my scalp sliced into. I am also using hydrocortisone cream on my scalp. I will see if any of these Drs can help. There is also a possibility of me seeing a scalp specialist.
Thank you to everyone.
Jennifer

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Hi, @pollyanne - thanks for the update. When will you see the rheumatologist? I'm assuming from what you said that they will make the final determination whether you have discoid lupus, or is this already determined and you will be getting further testing and treatment from the rheumatologist?