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Hey Michele,
Glad to hear that this appointment went better than the last one  Sorry to hear about the diagnosis but I guess it's better to have something "official" than to just be guessing. Hopefully you'll be feeling much better soon!
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Another diagnosis! {{{{{{{{{BIG HUGS}}}}}}}}}} Michele! You're right, at least now you have an explanation for all the pain. I have premature arthritis in my knees and finger joints No one believes me when I say that because I'm too young, but maybe they should take a spin in my body for a weekend. They'd believe me then!
Aren't dogs the best?? It sounds like Harley is totally in love with you. That's the way it should be! Grab some treats and teach him a new trick. The last trick I taught Kdog was "belly" -- When I say it, he rolls over on his back and waves his legs in the air. Someone told me I should call the trick "office party" instead. Sick, sick, sick. 
Try to get some time to yourself this weekend and take a nice bubblebath. I think we all could use one after this cold week! You can get an innertube for Harley and he can join you! Just kidding!
~nelly~
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Michele,
I am sorry to hear about the RA diagnosis. Now you know what you are dealing with and hopefully the meds will help you feel better soon. I am glad that your doc experience was better this time. I personally feel that docs shouldn't have bad days when it comes to patients but I guess they are only human.
Your little dog sounds so cute. I am happy that you found him. Dogs can be such a joy in life. The unconditional love is wonderful.
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Janey
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I'm trying to keep the typing to a minumum today as my hand is really sore and swollen.  But, yes, at least I know whats going on and I know I'm not going crazy! The placquenil is making me feel rather strange today but the dr said it would take a week or two for my body to adjust so hopefully it'll get better! I'm just ready to feel better!
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Makes total sense!
I'm glad to hear that you're getting at least some kind of answers. Hopefully the new meds will help.
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jen
"It's one of the most serious things that can possibly happen to one in a battle -- to get one's head cut off." -- LC
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Michele -
I am so happy for you that you are getting somewhere with answers! It's about time!
I must confess that I am quite angry and upset that it has taken your doctors THIS LONG to figure this out. RA is not that bizarre of a diagnosis! It should not have been that difficult, especially considering all of your symptoms.
I used to work as a RN, and I would get so darn mad at some MDs who just didn't listen to patients and when a patient didn't present symptoms in a 'typical' way, they'd pooh-pooh them and act as if they were crazy. Not everyone fits into the neat little medical 'box' we try to put them in.
I am praying that the Plaquenil helps you and that you are on the road to happier, healthier and more vibrant days!
Blessings,
Little Lamb
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Michele,
Sorry I mssed your post *hugs*
I'm sooo sorry for the Dxs. Maybe we can get through together? Are you ok? How are you doing? It can take a lot to let it all sink in. Take your time.
Even when we suspect a Dx it can be hard to hear it said officially. Sending you many prayers and my listening ear!
Love,
Ruch
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Formerly known as Ruchie
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How big is he gonna be?
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~ Beth
Constipation, pain prodominent,cramps, spasms and bloat!
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He will probably be about 13-15 pounds full grown. He weights 6 pounds right now! I just got his hair bows in so I will take some more pictures soon!!!! I picked a shih tzu because they are breed to be companion dogs. They don't like to be left alone and need lots of love! Harley goes everywhere with me! The only place I can't take him is the grocery store and the post office! I LOVE him SO much!!!!!!! I can not tell you how good he has been for me. He won't replace the babies lost to me but he has helped to heal my heart more than anything!
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Re: Ruchie
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michele
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I'm ok with the dx. I am really just glad to have some one else "validate" if you will, my physical pain. Now that we know whats going on, we can work on treating it. It will be a life long battle. The plaquenil will hopefully help in the long run, right now its making me a bit sick but I've heard that should go away in a week or two.
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