It's Official

  • June 27, 2008 at 7:25 PM by GreenAngel
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Today I was diagnosed with Fibromyalia and Rheumatoid Arthritis.  The doctor knew I had Fibro last week, but he wanted to be sure about the RA.  Granted, lab work came back normal, but my fingers are getting that RA twist to them.  Doctor said that it's just a matter of time before the labs confirm the RA.

How do I feel?  Physically, I'm not sure.  Emotionally, I'm relieved that I finally have a firm diagnosis, but at the same time, I feel sad because I know that I have a very long road ahead of me and 2 illnesses that can't be cured but only controlled. 

 

Tags: rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, doctor, illness

Comments:

sammy...
My MIL has 9 different forms of Arthritis and Fibromialgia. (sorry bout spelling) She takes an injection twice a day for the RA (her main one is RA, the rest are there but not as bad as the RA), she takes predinzone (sp) for the fibro, and a ton of calcium (as she has ostioprosis also (SP)).

sammyjnrtwins06 Jun. 28, 2008 at 10:26 AM

devil...
Wow, I am so sorry to hear that! My aunt has RA; I know it's tough, but she is still leading a pretty normal life. I hope with the right treatment, you can live your life as much like you want to as possible. *hugs*

devilishbelle Jul. 2, 2008 at 2:57 PM

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