HLA B51 & B44 positive

2018-12-05 08:38:03
I had a vision problem. In the diagnosis reports it is confirmed that I am positive for HLA B51 & HLA B44 I am confused about whom to consult. Immunologist or Rheumatologist?
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Vision problem ie uveitis with skin or genital or joints involvement associated with hlab44and 51 . It could be Bahcet's disease. Many rheumatologist are immunologists too. It may need genetic counselling too. Hla 51 subgenotypes 2345etc also to be identified.

Answered2018-12-05 10:51:06

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Hello You can consult rheumatologist

Answered2018-12-05 08:44:13

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