Just found out from endo that my vitamin D levels are severely low, again. I now have to take 50,000 iu capsules three times a week with 3 refills. Last time it was once a week for 12 weeks. My iron levels are still really low too and I now have to add a second dose per day. There are some other things showing up in blood work too but dont really know what they mean. Some were discussed with the endo and the others are for the rheumy this Wed.
The only thing that looked high/low was the sed rate (mine was 47 H , normal 0-30). This means some kind of inflammation going on but ana was negative and RF was in normal range. Lyme was also negative.
Except for allergy issues I am feeling fairly well. I think the prednisone did wonders but some of the burning ache is starting to creep back....I wonder if I need a higher dose? thats for the rheumy on wed. as well I guess.
Also saw ortho about my left knee, got another cortisone shot. He was very surprised and happy that I have been able to deal with the pain and haven't needed the surgery yet. I wanted to wait til summer is over because I love to walk the babies every evening and I wont be able to do that with surgery. But, my daughter says that I should do it now so that I can be home soaking up the sun with her and the babes. Hmmm ...I took the shot and am playing a wait and see. Both arguments are good.
Mothers day was great. I stayed home and piddled around the house. Made various salads and cold dishes so all we had to do was put them all out when everyone was ready to eat. It was relaxing and enjoyable.
Hope everyone else had a great day.