Talk to Dermatologist on Query Before Visit – Possible Dermatitis/Celiac

Asking for Mother, Female, 67 years old, Attock

Dear Dr. Brig. Prof. Asher Ahmed,

I hope you are well. We have an appointment booked with you on the 6th for a skin-related issue that may be linked to a possible underlying condition.

The patient has a 12-year history of taking Dapsone, which was recently discontinued by a medical specialist due to blood-related concerns, especially low hemoglobin. As a safer alternative, Salazodine-EC was prescribed and is currently suiting the patient well.

However, many years ago, Dr. Ashfaq had prescribed Dapsone, suspecting a form of Dermatitis, which some specialists now believe could be linked to Celiac disease.

We are continuing the current treatment but now seek a confirmed diagnosis, which we believe only an experienced dermatologist like yourself can provide — possibly through a skin biopsy, if deemed necessary.

1. We are under treatment, but wish to confirm if this is the right direction.

2. Our medical specialist has advised a dermatologist’s evaluation as a crucial ne