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Originally Posted by bluestone
Hi! Thanks for your reply.
Yes, she has the skin rash. She is very young, just 16 and the diagnosis is very recent. I don't know yet if she has another autoimmune disease. She is under investigation. Two labs positive for APS. I asked about the inheritance because I have myasthenia and a brother had psoriasis (he passed away). I'm very concerned about this so young loved one...
Take care!
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What was the reason they looked for APS? Does she have any other symptoms that would indicate other problems (like autoimmune)?
She's so young. They will likely do blood work for other clotting factors (homocystine, c protein, factor V leiden).
There is actually quite a few good sites about APS (I can give you links if you'd like) and I'd be happy to answer any questions as best I can.
It would be pointless to tell you not to worry, but I have never heard of someone being treated with blood thinners unless there is a confirmed thrombotic event, so maybe this was caught early enough to just keep a watchful eye and monitor.
Good luck and best wishes to her.