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Thank goodness it's Friday people....I am exhausted. Ok, so while I've been off, I've been dealing with a medical issue that I thought I may as well get out there in the open....my doctor suspects that I have ankylosing spondylitis...that's an arthritis in the spine. I have been referred to a rheumatologist to confirm the diagnosis and start a treatment plan...but so far I have 2 general practitioners telling me that this is what they think is ailing my neck, back and gluteal muscles. All I can say is thank goodness I have already dropped from my original 212 pounds! I think my pain levels would be mucho worse if I was still as heavy as I once was. The frustrating thing about this is that for months I've been treated for a thinning of the discs at L4 and L5...now though, my symptoms are indicating the arthitis...a little worriesome...my mother's side is riddled with rheumatoid and osteo arthritis....I haven't obsessed about it yet because I haven't seen the specialist, but I do know that without treatment, my bones will fuse and I could lose my mobility/flexibility. So, this has really been on my mind and I needed to vent, I guess...thanks for being here to listen...
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Losing the weight has definitely helped you. I'm glad you're not obsessing about it yet. See what the doctor says, get all your treatment options, and go from there. Good luck!
22 Aug 08 by member: mbhpro
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Im sure losing the weight has helped you in many ways, it's bound to have! You'v done fantastic losing the lbs. Now wait and see what you doc has to say about excatly what it is and how you can traet it, please let us know. I can sure understand how frustrating it is to discover you've been getting treatment for your dics when that was not the problem. Let us know how this turns out. Glad you're not obsessing over it because until you get the information from you doc, there is no reason to worry...getting answers always helps ease your mind. Its not knowing that drives us crazy.
23 Aug 08 by member: Janelleas
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Oh dear! You are in my thoughts and prayers and PLEASE keep us informed. That is an awful lot to have on your mind not to mention the pain you're undoubtedly in. Hang in there friend. We're here for you. *hugs*
23 Aug 08 by member: ImLuuvd
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You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Hoping you hear something soon and that there is a good treatment option available for you that will help your pain and stop further damage.
23 Aug 08 by member: KellyBo
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23 Aug 08 by member: fraise
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Oh boy.. yes, keep us posted. I'm glad that they are seeking treatment from a specialist now, and not waiting. Keep up the great work on eating good and moving as much as you can! Thinking bout you.
23 Aug 08 by member: bullytrouble
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Thanks you guys....I'm all verklempt now....feeling very loved indeed!
23 Aug 08 by member: StumpsMom
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