about my health
I have gotten a couple of emails about my health. The big question seems to be why all these trips to the doctor,etc…?What does it mean?I have been a bit reluctant to elaborate on specifics, mostly hoping that I would get answers and be able to move on. It has been a year and a half since I started on this journey, so there is no point in avoiding it any more.
The long and the short of it is, I am still awaiting an official diagnosis. Currently my doctor and I are operating under the assumption that I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. This is a best guess situation, as my pain responds well to medication that specifically targets arthritis. There is often an overlap of symptoms and conditions in the world of autoimmune diseases, so that is why I will need to see the specialist in October.So what does this mean for me on a day to day basis? I operate on a day to day format, keeping my plans open based on pain and fatigue levels. Before my current medication there was enough pain, fatigue and stiffness that I was unable to work. There were even discussions about getting a cane. Its hard to articulate how much my condition has impacted everything I do. I identify with something called the Spoon Theory. Read it. It sums up so much of my life now. If you have questions- ask. I’m not hiding anymore.
