My doctor sent my referral down to Jacksonville's Mayo Clinic, and I should be finding out within the next two weeks. I'm absolutely terrified. I currently have six indicators of lupus, including...
From what I understand, many blood tests used to indicate autoimmune diseases can vary back and forth from neg to positive to elevated....I have 6 indicators of lupus but have not been diagnosed yet...
For nearly 10 months now, I've been suffering from photosensitivity of the skin, dry pleurisy, pnuemonia (twice), ever raising SED rates, painful joints/muscles, interstitial cystitis, and more. I've...
Wanted to reply to my post about the ESR you commented on. That is a load of crock! FMS has NO tests that show its existence. None. Zip. Niente. The pressure point/tender point test and medical...
I don't care a whole lot for the band, but I always keep this song somewhere with me. The lyrics help me have a good cry when I need one and lift my chin up afterwards. It truly has helped me...I...
I did not know her, but this always saddens me beyond belief... As harsh as it sounds, why is it always the good men and women who seem to die? The innocents? God rest her soul and keep Your hand...
I do the same thing, but it worsens whenever my dry pleurisy flares up. Do you have any sharp pain or discomfort in your chest when you breathe? Definitely see a doctor to be sure....
My SED rate flies up, tens of points at a time whenever I go into flares. I have FMS and I am under testing for SLE. My PCP and myself truly believe I do. (For extra info, message me. I need help, so...
I have interstitial cystitis, so I do this every so often. Mostly in my sleep, and I have some "leaking." Get your inflammation rates tested and talk to a urologist to make sure....