I recently went into my cardiologist since I had been feeling fatigue. He ran many tests including a Fana test since he noticed I had some of the symptoms. Today he called and told me my Fana test came back positive... What all does this mean? I have called to schedule an appointment with my moms old doctor as my cardiologist had recommended. I am just confused on what is going to happen next I guess.

Here is a bit of my past...
My mother was diagnosed with lupus the day I was born. She had the disease while carrying me. I ended up with a congenital full heart block from the lupus. My cardiologist actually diagnosed my mom with the disease. I have underwent surgery for the my heart problem and have had a pacemaker put in.
I have seen what systemic lupus can do and I must admit I am scared. I am 26 years old and my mother has passed away, can anyone give me some advice please.

Thank you,

Vicki

You need to se a rheumatologist

Hi Vicki!

Was the test an ANA test instead of an FANA? Just checking.. I am unsure about the FANA if there is one! Since you have the family history for Lupus and symptoms it is worth getting looked at by a Rheumatologist. What are your symptoms? Have you been checked for Antiphospholipid Syndrome? It is a "sticky blood" disorder that can go wtih Lupus or occur on its own. I have a post about it on this board under "Neurological symptoms and possible Lupus? Please read!". Check that out and see if you fit that as well. Please take care and I will try and help my best :)

~Luv, Angelic

The FANA test and the ANA test are the same. It was once called FANA (Flourescent Antinuclear Antibody), but was shortened to ANA.

I have an appointment with a rhuematologist on April 2nd. I am unsure what they will do from here but I do have an appointment.