I recently had a physical done for college and when I picked up
the paperwork I noticed that the urinalysis said TRACE Protein and TRACE
LEU. They didn't say anything to me about it, but since I have been in
remission for lupus for the last 4-5 years, I was a little concerned as
I've never had protein on a urinalysis to come back TRACE. I've called
my rheumi's office and no one will return my call. (typical) Does
anyone know if this is something I should be concerned about? My ANA
six months ago was negative so I haven't been too concerned with the
lupus recurring. Could it be something else?
Thanks
Thanks
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Hello and welcome
Trace urine is very common in lupus and might not mean anything. You don't say anything about how lupus affected you before but ANA is not necessarily a reliable indicator of what's going on and anyway lupus can re-appear in a different form. All the same 6 months ago is time enough for things to change When was your next check up scheduled?
I wouldn't panic but calmly get it checked out for reassurance as much as anything. It's a pity your doctor doesn't return calls as a matter of routine. I'd try again. Sometimes there's a reasonable explanation or at least an acceptable one, so give him a chance. If this is typical behaviour consider if you have to stay with him, because it doesn't inspire confidence. If you have no options then get very assertive.
Think about any other symptoms that might indicate a flare, such as fatigue or hair loss, things you might not notice too much.
Please let us know how you get on and good luck
Trace urine is very common in lupus and might not mean anything. You don't say anything about how lupus affected you before but ANA is not necessarily a reliable indicator of what's going on and anyway lupus can re-appear in a different form. All the same 6 months ago is time enough for things to change When was your next check up scheduled?
I wouldn't panic but calmly get it checked out for reassurance as much as anything. It's a pity your doctor doesn't return calls as a matter of routine. I'd try again. Sometimes there's a reasonable explanation or at least an acceptable one, so give him a chance. If this is typical behaviour consider if you have to stay with him, because it doesn't inspire confidence. If you have no options then get very assertive.
Think about any other symptoms that might indicate a flare, such as fatigue or hair loss, things you might not notice too much.
Please let us know how you get on and good luck
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