Irritable Bowel Syndrome Message Boards | Things keep getting worse, now it might be an autoimmune disorder

Hey Guys,

I'm having a tough day. Things with me just seem to be getting worse, that vasculitis rash has been spreading and the swelling and blueness in my feet/ankles just keeps getting worse, to the point where now I've been told I have to stay off my feet and keep them elevated.

My docs at a total loss, he and a bunch of residents were all examining me because I'm an "interesting" case, but none of them had any suggestions. I have to wait until the 18th when I've got an appointment with a specialist (I hate waiting!)

And now I've got terrible pains in my lower legs/ankles as well as joint pain in my wrists, elbows and shoulders! I feel like I'm totally falling apart.

The doctors I saw today indicated that they think it may be some sort of an autoimmune disorder and that may be why I've been plagued with so many problems over the last few years. So, we're looking at evaluating/ruling out things like Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Sjorens, although I think they're leaning towards Sjorens because of my eye and throat problems.

So, I'm stuck waiting and worrying

I'm trying not too but it's hard when everytime I look at my legs I'm reminded that something isn't right.

sorry to be venting...I just have to share it with someone. Have any of you guys had any experience with auto-immune disorders?

Thanks!
Kelly

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