The Dermatologists at the hospital I attend have told me that - although a skin biopsy shows I have vasculitis - I don't have vasculitis. I am confused. They had told me I had lymphocytic vasculitis - but now it's not...
I'm seeing a rheumatologist at the end of next month thank goodness, because - whatever the dermatologists say - I'm still getting episodes of spots and severe itching, joint pain and extreme tiredness.
I'm afraid dermatologists often only look at the skin problem and fail to look for the underlying cause. A good rheumatologist should look at all the signs and symptoms. Skin rashes can be a localised problem but can also be an outward sign of various diseases affecting the whole body - systemic diseases. This is the case inmany types of vasculitis.
I was hoping to get a better result from them... two consultants, two senior registrars and a junior doctor all in the same room ... But all you say is true. I know I'm seeing a good rheumatologist and will be glad when I do. My appointment at Nottingham - 30th October - can't come soon enough!!!
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