About Miranda Szopinska, M.D. Expertise I can answer any questions relating to the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases. I
am a medical doctor with a background in pathobiology and bacteriology. I currently work
in diagnostics, and specialize in the identification and treatment of serious illnesses. I
have spent time in China working with epidemiologists researching SARS. I am fluent in
English, Polish, Spanish, Mandarin, and Hindi.
Experience I am a medical doctor with a background in pathobiology and bacteriology. I currently work in diagnostics, and specialize in the identification and treatment of serious illnesses. I have spent time in China working with epidemiologists researching SARS.
Education/Credentials I have an MD and PhD of Medicine from Northwestern University, as well as a Master's Degree in bacteriology from Poznan University of Medical Sciences.
Expert: Miranda Szopinska, M.D. Date: 1/10/2008 Subject: fibromyalgia
Question I have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and rosacea, but my doctor is doing tests to rule other things out. I got some test results and was wondering what type of illness could cause these results. My urinalysis showed red blood cells and hemoglobin in my urine and the C-reactive protein test was higher than normal. Also in my CBC, my plateletes were high. Does this indicate anything significant?
Thank you.
Answer Considering the information you have given me, I would suggest Lupus. Lupus causes a rash, joint pain, hemoglobinuria, and a high C-reactive protein test. Usually with Lupus you see low platelet count in a CBC, but not always; you are likely an exception. It might also be a Porphyria. Ask your doctor to run more tests for these conditions. I hope I was able to help!
Miranda
