OT: ***sigh***

Well, over the last month or so, I have been getting lab work constantly. DEXA scans, medication changes......etc. It's been hectic and stressful. 

Blood Pressure is horrible. 167/104 this morning.........YIKES!

Dexa Scan shows Osteopenia. I am only 33! Geesh!

I am having kidney issues and have been for a few months. So I will be seeing a Nephrologist tomorrow. It just so happens, that's who I work for. And he and I have been trying to figure out my labs for months now......but not as a formal patient. Now with the kidney problems....I am officially a patient. He is a great doc and I know I am in good hands.

Then, I have just been diagnosed with Lupus. It is suspected that the Lupus is only affecting my kidneys at the moment. (Lupus Nephritis) But more of that will be determined tomorrow when he and I have time to go over everything. He's sweet and blocked 1.5 hours of his schedule for me.

Next, my PCP felt that my Hematologist has been misdiagnosing me with my blood disorder. So she is sending me to another one next week for a second opinion and full work up which will probably include a bone marrow biopsy.

I am overwhelmed with all of this. However, I am thankful my PCP is finding these things and testing me. I just began seeing her about 5-6 weeks ago. My old PCP never checked me for ANYTHING........and always blew me off. Which is why I left him to begin with. So although I am feeling stressed by all of this, at least I know whats going on.

So anyways........just venting. I am anxious for tomorrow so I can sit and have time to go over things with my doc and get some clearer answers.

If you got thru this.......thanks. Just needed to get it all out since I haven't really talked to anyone about any of it except Johnny.

Jo Jo,
I feel for you. I hope you get all the answers you need to get better. I have a very good friend who was diagnosed with Lupus. It's a devastating diagnosis but at least it was caught (hopefully early). Hang it there I will be praying for you and your family. Lots and lots of Cyberhugs coming your way.

OY!  Sorry that you are going through all of this!  Hopefully, once you find out EXACTLY what everything i - you can strat treatments and finally start to feel...dare I say it....good!  Sending you hugs and strength to get through this!

Jo Jo.. so sorry you are going through all of this.  Hopefully with the help of all of the docs, you will be able to get some relief.

(((HUGS)))))

HOLY CRUD.  Not the word I really wanted to use but don't want to get kicked off the board.  I've been praying for you but geez girl.  Thank God you know the "drill" and have some folks who know what they are doing involved.  I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.  Don't forget that you're handling this (now) and will continue to from a much better place because of your tool and weight loss.  I'm inspired by how you can do all this medical stuff, work outside the home, juggle a FULL family and a relationship.  You're a powerful, powerful, loving woman, you'll get through this girl.

Hey Jo, sorry to hear all of this is weighing you down.   You are a persistent girl and now that you have a doc listening to you you'll get a plan together to improve your health asap.  Sending strength vibes to you   girlfriend.

Jojo,

I'm so sorry to hear about all the medical challenges you've been going through.  However, it sounds like you're (finally) on the right track to get to the bottom of it and that you have a great attitude about figuring out out and getting on an action plan.  Best of luck, hugs, and i'll be thinking about you!

Karen

Jo Jo,

I hope all turns out well, what is going on with you sounds very reminiscent of what happened to my DIL's sister-in-law after she had her first child.  She is doing well now, but went through much of the same things you are experiencing, until they diagnosed her.

I will keep you in my prayers and positive thoughts, Laureen

Thanks everyone........

I truly am thankful to be in better hands. And that I can get on track, figure out what to do, and get better.

It's funny how many things you blow off. I blamed so much on being a mom of 4, working full time, taking care of the house.....that I didn't realize all the things about my body I was ignoring and putting aside.

I appreciate the thoughts and well wishes very much!

Hey JoJo,
I am so sorry you are being hit with all of these health issues.  I am sure you are quite discouraged, and wondering what is going on.  I hope you are able to get the right answers and treatment and start on the road to health soon.

Hugs,
Trish