So- i went yesterday and had blood drawn for a number of tests -

[hedgehog]

I don't see the doctor until next week. Any one of the tests could explain why I've been losing strength and stamina. Here's hoping at least one delivers news of something treatable!

[libodem]

1. I hope you find some answers

And that if it is some kind of condition, it can be corrected with treatment. Best of luck.

[LiberalLoner]

2. Wishing you all the best Hedgehog. Hoping for your good health.

[hedgehog]

3. Update - i went to the doctor today and found out that after waiting six weeks

between appointments, not only did the lab lose my bloodwork, but no one at the doctor's office realized the bloodwork was missing until after I was in the examining room being questioned by the nurse about my meds!

So - how much study would the doctor have given my labs?

Time for a new doctor!

[LiberalLoner]

4. Argh how frustrating! I feel bad for you. I agree, time for a new doctor!

I sure hope for answers for you soon and a path back to good health.

[hedgehog]

5. I just had a call back from my GP - I'm referred to a new endrocrinologist already!

[LiberalLoner]

6. Great! Hope you get answers soon!

[hedgehog]

7. Thanks! I don't have anything life threatening, just ongoing fatigue that keeps

me from doing what i want to do. The occasional brain fog is no treat either, but nowhere near as bad as it could be!

[LiberalLoner]

8. That sounds like me...you been tested for Multiple Sclerosis?

[hedgehog]

9. I haven't been tested for that, but am pretty confident in the current

diagnosis of Sjogren's Syndrome. The problem we have is that the best known, measurable symptoms that separate this from other autoimmune disorders (dry eyes, dry mouth) are given waaaaay more attention than the real problems - fatigue and digestive issues. It's as if all the research and treatment for lupus was focused on the facial rash!

[LiberalLoner]

10. I'm guessing all the autoimmune diseases have some things in common then?

I sure hope the docs will be able to help you!

[hedgehog]

11. I suspect that autoimmune diseases are all sisters under the skin.