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Differential Diagnosis

The patient's laboratory results and clinical presentation suggest a complex autoimmune disorder. Here's a categorized differential diagnosis:

  • Single most likely diagnosis

    • Systemic Sclerosis (Scleroderma): The presence of a positive centromere antibody, high lymphocyte percentage, low hematocrit (hct), and low red blood cell (RBC) count, along with hypermobility and tachycardia, points towards systemic sclerosis. The low vitamin D hydroxy level and positive ANA also support this diagnosis.

  • Other Likely diagnoses

    • Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD): The combination of positive ANA, high lymphocyte percentage, low neutrophil percentage, and the presence of anti-70 (likely referring to anti-RNP antibodies) could suggest MCTD, which overlaps with systemic sclerosis, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis.
    • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): Positive ANA, low complement levels (not directly mentioned but inferred from low neutrophil percentage and other autoimmune markers), and hematologic abnormalities (low hct, low RBC) are consistent with SLE.
    • Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA): Although not directly indicated by the provided labs, the presence of autoimmune markers (ANA positive, high lymph%) and potential for systemic symptoms could suggest RA, especially if there are joint symptoms not mentioned.

  • Do Not Miss (ddxs that may not be likely, but would be deadly if missed)

    • Hypothyroidism: The low TSH is unusual and could indicate hyperthyroidism, but in the context of systemic illness, it's crucial to rule out thyroid storm or other life-threatening thyroid conditions.
    • Lymphoproliferative Disorders: A significantly high lymphocyte percentage warrants further investigation to rule out lymphoma or other lymphoproliferative disorders.
    • Severe Vitamin D Deficiency: While not immediately life-threatening, severe vitamin D deficiency can have significant health implications and should be addressed promptly.

  • Rare diagnoses

    • Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome: The mention of hypermobility could suggest Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, especially if there are other features like skin hyperextensibility, joint instability, or easy bruising.
    • POEMS Syndrome: Although rare, the combination of polyneuropathy, organomegaly, endocrinopathy, monoclonal gammopathy, and skin changes (not all mentioned but potentially present) could be considered, especially with the low vitamin D and other autoimmune features.

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