Thank you to everyone who responded to my post, I won't forget to respond. Really thank you....
Yeah, I saw home yesterday and I still have the shortness of breath. I see my rheumatologist this coming Monday. I'll keep all of you updated. It still hurts to breathe though....
Haven't seen the doc just yet. What do you think it is, any ideas?...
Hope all is doing well, prayers to those fighting still. I have another quick question, more like another symptom I think?! So, my chest lately has been so right and painful to breathe! I can't even...
Weird thing. It doesn't itch. Just tingling and burning? Then the tips of my left fingers felt as if my nerves were flickering? It felt numb just for a second then pins and needle like feeling....
Eden, No problem!! I see my Rheumatologist March 17th and will definitely get some answers and come back and post a reply. I'm so sorry to hear about your lack of insurance. Hopefully I can get some...
Tingly scalp symptom, or new symptom? What does it mean? It happens almost everyday all day. My scalp is so sensitive...even to the bristles on my brush. The sensation of tingling runs all around my...
Here's another one for ya. I was speaking to my husband on car phone and for about 3 1/2 miles forgot he was on there and got cut off and yelled at someone. Lol. He was doing other stuff and thought...
Thank you so much everyone for the thoughts and replies. Couch tater, I did get a Folic Acid RX that I'm picking up tomorrow. :) I will keep you updated on my progress. I'll try and keep my head up...
Diagnosed with Chronic Colitis and SLE Lupus. Now, comes all the questions about meds. I've updated my profile to reflect my current meds my rheumatologist has me on. I'm nervous and scared about my...
Barbara, thank you, thank you, thank you! It is scary going at this alone. I am so appreciative of all the info you gave me and would love to reach out to you to talk to you. I also need to ask my...
Just another symptom I don't understand. Is this normal? I called my Rheumatologist and he was talking about upping my Prednisone dose. I'm already on 20mg a day and don't want to go higher. I just...
Yes, everything has gotten better. It was internal hemmorids. A little embarrassing going to and ER TO FIND OUT, but worth the check. Thank you all for the concern and replies....
I'm not going to go to the doctors, I'm just going to wait till Monday. It was a bright red and I think it may be a burst vessel. I've just never experienced anything like it so it scared me....
I'm having large amounts of blood in my stools and am concerned. Should I go to the ER or just wait to see my doctor on Monday? I just don't want to overreact....
I seem to get headaches on prednisone too. I've been battling this headache that's making it hard to see straight. I've had migraines before and they always start out like this. I just hope this...
Gosh, I'm going to hate to get off of this medication then. :(. I mean, I've gained weight on it. But if take weight gain and feeling more energy any day....
Oh, another reason I'm so concerned is because I've felt horrible for so long. It's weird to fell alright and have energy. I mean, my stomach pains still come and go but I've gotten used to them....
These past couple of days, I've had a little more energy than I'm used to. I'm not taking anything out of the ordinary...still just my multi-vitamins and Prednisone. I wonder if I'm mistaking my...
I truly appreciate everyone's support and value everything, everyone responds with. I am definitely going to speak with my doctor about antidepressants. I think it would also help to talk to someone...
You know what bill, that's exactly it. I'm still shocked, a little depressed, just a flood of emotions. Thanks for the replies, I appreciate it....
Bill- I'm on 20 mg a day. I'm seeing my Rheumatologist February 10th, to see what autoimmune I exactly have. It's honestly been a bit better since I originally posted....
Carolinagal, thank you so much! What you said was inspirational and very helpful. I am hoping that by my next Rheumy appointment, we'll have a better understanding and new meds. This site truly is...
Yeah, I may want to see a therapist too just to learn to cope. Good idea. You know, I saw one so long ago when I was diagnosed with ADHD and haven't been back since. But, I think I should, definitely....
Thank you, Lynnwood. I really thank you for responding. What you said makes a great deal of sense. I'll try and do just that....
Honestly Lynnwood, I just am getting depressed on having to deal with being sick everyday. It's starting to take a toll mentally....
Thank you, Gabby! I appreciate your response....
It sure has been a roller coaster day. From headaches, diarrhea, to sweating profusely I can't seem to win. I also ended up leaving early from school, I couldn't even last 8 hours. I guess my...
Gabby, I completely agree! With all my current symptoms and new symptoms, I'm remaining positive. It also helps that I have a supportive husband helping get through it. We got this, we'll keep are...
So, rapid heartbeat, anxiety! Are those normal, and if so, can I take something to counteract it? I can't even sleep anymore, I don't know what to do! Yes, I've tried sleep pills, Trazodone,...
This has happened to me too, many of times! I'll forget if I've stopped at stopped sign or forget if a light was green! Usually if I come to realize that, I'll head straight home. It's scary and not...
Lynnwood, good idea with the humidifier. Luckily, my husband and I are PCSing to Mississippi in May. We'll be right be water and that should help too! Thanks again! :)...
Thank you so much the both of you. I'm running out to get some of those eye drops tonight!...
I've gotten 2 bloody noses since waking up today. Is this a Lupus symptom? Should I take note and tell my Rheumatologist about this? Thank you for any replies. Oh, one more thing. My eyes are burning...
Lynnwood, funny you should mention that disturbed sleep from Prednisone. I'm currently experiencing that at this moment. I've even taken a sleep aid. It makes me feel wide awake and have a bit of...
Thank you Lynnwood. He has me on 20 mg a day and I went for bloodwork today before he started me taking the prednisone. I sure hope this helps, like I said I'm desperate....
I'm relived and shocked I guess is the feeling you feel when you get diagnosed with Lupus right? Well, I just got done with my appointment and the consensus is in, Lupus. I'm just relived that they...
Gosh, thank you so much everyone! I'm taking all into consideration and noting everything. I am so humbled and blessed to have come upon this website and forum to have been able to chat with all of...
I'll be sure to post a response as to what he says. We're in this together! :)...
I know I'm asking a bunch, but I'm trying to gain as much knowledge for my Rheumy appointment tomorrow as I can. I've noticed that since on my Gluten free diet I still have intestinal problems, that...
Thanks, LinaJ. Yeah, I think that's how I'm staying so positive. The thought at feeling relief outweighs what the diagnosis is. I've suffered so long, I'm numb now....
Thank you , Lucy! I will definitely keep y'all posted of what the doctor comes back with. I'm nervous and at the same time, coming at it with a positive attitude no matter the outcome. :)...
Thank you so much, Lynnwood!...
So, as I noted in a previous thread. I have yet to be diagnosed with Lupus. I have my appointment with my 2nd Rhematologist in a week. But, everyday I wake up it feels as if I'm getting sick or...
You know, I never really gave it any notice if I got sleepy while out in sun or under fluorescent lights. I guess it's something I can watch. I am always sleepy though, always! It's kind of a...
Thing is, I only have like 3 out of the 10 or 11 symptoms posted at certain times. So, I'm just confused and scared about my results. I'm having weird symptoms that I don't know what to associate...
So, I recently went to see my GI doctor to get my Lymphatic Colitis under control when he verified a positive ANA test of 1:320 that came back. I was immediately annoyed at the thought of having to...