Update YAY!!!

Ok here is an update. YAY!!! The Dr. (pcp) I went to today was just great. Did a very thorough exam of me and my legs and my back and hips and you name it. He was great. Tested the strength between the two legs and the differences. Looked at my MRI films that I had with me from this morning as well as the knee x-rays. He was not so fast to jump that it might be MS or something neurological but more of an issue in my back. He said the weakness is more centered in my thigh than my calf. He found some spots in my back that were tender that I did not realize were even there till he decided to push on them (OUCH!!!). I was very happy with him. Great bedside manner and put me at more ease that we will find out what is going on and to not worry so much. He was a little surprised that no exam and or x-rays of my lower back had been done or ordered so that is were I am headed tomorrow. He was not quick to criticize the other Dr. just my observation in his words and tone. I actually like that he did not talk bad about the other Dr. as I think it is just a professional thing. Do not have to worry about his office not following through like the other one. Before I ever left the office the gal had already called the MRI place to request the results be sent to him as well. They really seem right on the ball. YAY!! Finally!!! He was pretty familiar with RNY..as familiar as they can really be I think. Told him about my other diagnosis's and he agreed with me that the steps that were taken were not appropriate. Just can not say enough he seems to be a winner. So for now I still have the same thing going on. Extreme weakness in my right leg with the knee locking up and giving out on me....so basically I look like a 90 year old lady trying to walk. There is not much pain except at night after a day of being up and down. Such is life being a nanny to a 2 1/2 year old. Sit still HA RIGHT!!! Tylenol does the trick so that will tell ya it is not bad at all. This new Dr. said that there is nothing I need to worry about with work. I am fine to pick him up and do as I normally do. LOL may have to stretch that one when hubby gets back to get him to take the trash out and do the laundry for me! JK... Thank you so much for all your messages. It has really helped especially with Fred being gone. Thank goodness he is back on Sat. I can not wait! I have already told him he is no longer allowed to leave me at home alone. I am too attached to him. Needless to say I now have the appropriate paperwork to have ALL of my records transfered to the new Dr. Old PCP BYE BYE!!!!! Hugs and many thanks to everyone, Melissa

Melissa, I am so glad your appt. with your new PCP went well!!! My PCP is absolutely wonderful!! He even recognizes our family when we are at WalMart!!! It sounds like your new PCP really wants to find out what is going on with you!! Take care and be sure to keep us all posted! Holly

Thank you so much. I hope that I can come to love a PCP. I had a wonderful one in CO. This ones seems like a great keeper though! Hugs, Melissa

Hi Melissa!! Glad the new doctor is a keeper!!! WHEW!!! I'm so glad he's pursuing this and is looking into your back, etc. Glad to hear Tylenol is helping with the pain and that you are able to continue with life as normal. Hope all this is resolved for you SOON!!!! Take care!! *big hugs* Susan

Thank Susan. I was so happy to find him! Finally someone who seems like that actually graduated!! YAY!! Hugs, Melissa

Oh, Melissa, that is such wonderful news. Sounds like a very good doctor indeed. Sounds like my PCP and I absolutely LOVE HER!!! She makes me feel so at ease and I am so comfortable with any treatments she prescribes. Hopefully you will be getting some answers soon, too. I'd play up the pain and limp when Fred gets home to milk it for all you can. He did leave you alone for a week. Hee Hee. BTW...how did his interview go? Any other ones? Keep us posted on your x-ray and how you are feeling. Huge Hugs, Tabby

YAY!! I am so glad to have found him. I finally feel like I have someone who can try and figure out what is wrong with me other than me! I would have loved to have found a she but none of them came reccomended so a he it is. I feel really good about this guy. He was very nice and made me feel a lot more at ease. Thank you for your thoughts! You are so sweet to ask about him. Fred had a few good interviews. He has another tomorrow morning. I am not really sure how promising any of them are but only time will tell. Keep fingers crossed X I will keep you updated. Thank you so much..it makes me feel so great to know I have every one here on the board. ps..speaking of hubbys how is Dave doing? Hugs, Melissa

Hey sweetie, Since I havent been on, I didnt know you were having issues. I am sorry. I am glad that you have a new doc that seems to know what he is doing! I hate to hear that you are in pain! Please feel this hug I am sending your way!! ((((((big squeeze)))))).. Love ya Girl!! Let me know if I can help you in any way!! Luvs and Hugs!! Tiff

You are too sweet. We can hug each other for each other... if that makes any sense. Hopefully the new xrays will tell something. Love ya and hugs, Melissa

WOW sounds like your appointment went GREAT! I am so glad to hear that the new PCP is awesome. I LOVE LOVE LOVE mine! Once you find a good one DON'T LET GO! lol I have followed my from clinic to clinic for the last gosh 15 years almost lol. *huggles* Felicia =0)