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Posted 12/9/2013 6:29 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Guys,

Went to see Rheumy today and still no diagnoses but we have a game plan. ANA is still positive 1:160 with Nucleolar pattern and has been the same titter and pattern for over a year. All other numbers are normal so she started me on Planquil today and I have to get an Echocardiogram and a Pulmonary Function Test. I go back in two months and by then I should have all of these test done and gone to dermatologist.

She said there is something auto-immune there but it is not active and I could have fibro on top. I think she has something in mind but is keeping it to herself until all test results are in.

Can anyone tell me why I would need an echocardiogram and a pulmonary function test? She said she just wanted some baseline numbers.

Connie
Posted 12/9/2013 6:42 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, Connie! I'm not sure if I greeted you yet. I've had company for a while. If not, welcome!

Sometimes rheumatoid arthritis can cause some heart and lung problems I think. You most likely don't have that but it sounds like your rheumy is thorough and that is a good thing.

My doctor has done an echocardiogram on me and I have had lung tests to check my breathing. I have several autoimmune problems along with fibro so they are very thorough with me, too. So don't be worried about that. Your doctor is in the process of ruling things out.

Be sure to let us know what you find out because we do care about you.

Sherrine
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