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Do I need to tell Rheumy

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Hi all I have UCTD and every time I go out in sun or shower this happens to my face.. do I need to show rheumy or should I just leave it

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farmerfeste

Yes show rheumatologist and report all symptoms

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Lupiknits in reply to farmerfeste

Yes, I have a couple of selfies ready for my rheumy - on the advice of a poster here. Otherwise I'm bound to have my ghostly white face on the day.

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Paul_HowardPartnerLUPUS UK

Hi Bangoraye ,

It is definitely worth telling your consultant and showing them the photos. Photosensitive rashes are a clinical criteria for diagnosing lupus. Also, you may be able to get a prescription for high factor sunscreen to help protect you and prevent this happening.

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Bangoraye

Thanks everyone I'm seeing him next Monday 3rd October :) so will defo show him the photo's

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