update - on "having a rough time"

Well, I went to see the Rheumatologist this afternoon. It was a heck of a day. First, my car wouldn't start - dead battery. Then, my daughter and I were almost in a multi-car pile up on the interstate! A truck swerved in front of me. I nearly hit it. . making me slam on my breaks. Well, the SUV behind me had to hit its breaks. . and the car behind it rear ended it and sent the SUV almost into ME! We're talking inches here! I was freaking out! Anyway, we made it to the rheumatologist's office. Dr R said that he does believe I have "mild" lupus. Now, my biggest question is "WHAT in the WORLD is so "mild" about the way I feel?!" I am miserable! And he says it's probably "mild" lupus! I guess when you feel so badly, you want some kind of validation to explain your symptoms. I probably would have felt better had he said "Yes, You are very sick!" LOL Not that I want to be very sick. . but I already feel that way. Anyway, thanks for all your support and well wishes. They are greatly appreciated. ((( HUGS ))) Leslie

Hi, I'm so sorry to hear you had such a bad day. That driving situation sounds scary. I can not remember from your other post if you said you have arthritis. I know first hand how uncomfortable that is. There are several medications to help with that. I also thought you might have mentioned Fibro myalgia(spelling?), another problem I have. My doctor prescribed doxepin at night to help me relax my muscles to sleep. Lack of sleep can just mess up everything. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Susan

Leslie, Thanks for you post. I feel good that you have a specialist treating you.Just try to be positive as it will help you immune system. Don't yell at me I know I;m asking you to do the impossible but you must try to think positive. I am so sorry you are having a rough time and I has you on my heart. Here's to better Health Dolores