This story from my life might seem like a weaving and winding road or better yet a maze or perhaps even a jigsaw puzzle,
Four years ago I told my GP I thought I had psoriatic arthritis. He said the rash I had was not psoriasis but he wanted me to see an orthopedic specialist about my knee. I went to that specialist who told me knee replacement is in my future but he wanted me to see a rheumatologist to find out why I have widespread pain. I went to the rheumatologist who diagnosed me with Celiacs Disease. So we thought that was it.
Two years ago I had a mild ANA test, so my GP wanted me to go to a rheumatologist. I went to a different one but days before I went there I was put on steroids for bronchitis and the ANA test came back negative there but he did diagnose me with Fibromyalgia and Degenerative Disc in my neck.
So after spending a lot of money on specialists, ones I mentioned in this post and others, I decided at my age what is the point. I decided to stop seeing specialists for rheumatology.
My GP had me see an ophthalmologist late last year who diagnosed me with Sjogrens. I thought well that is enough no need to see anymore specialists.
Lo and behold due to a rash on my elbow that won’t go away I went to a dermatologist yesterday. He found psoriasis in my scalp. my elbow and other spots. The issue that started this winding road 4 years ago has come full circle. I was right, I have psoriasis and next I will go to Omaha to the University Medical Center to see a- you guessed it- rheumatologist. Only this time I will have a diagnosis or two, well five, to take with me.
Such is the life of a spoonie-person living with chronic illness. We bounce around from doctor to doctor. I am once again a pinball patient.
What keeps me sane? (some may question that) One word- Jesus. If it wasn’t for my prayer time with Jesus I do not know how I would cope with it all.
Thank you for reading. God Bless.
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“Pinball patient” …I smiled at the cartoon that phrase conjured in my brain….BUT…I’m sad that you are yet again stuck in the blasted pinball machine. 😔
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Oh goodness!! Hopefully you can find relief from the psoriasis quickly!!
I have scalp psoriasis (diagnosed by a dermatologist) it’s miserable at times!
thank you little sister
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🙂 🙂 poor you 🙂 indeed you have come full circle, although this may not be the end 🙂
Thank you. Hoping Jesus comes back so it is the end 🤗
Jesus keeps us through it all.
Yes he does. How are you little sister?
By God’s Grace I stand.
Are you doing well after having your vaccines ?
Blessings for your day big brother 😀🙏
Yes I am good 😌
Good to hear.
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I pray your appointment in Omaha goes well.
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Wow! That was a full circle! But God is able. He has the final say. I am praying for your full recovery.
Thank you for praying 🙂
I pray for a full recovery, in the name of Jesus. 👏🏾
thank you
I’m sorry to hear that. I’m so glad you have God in your life and heart. He is sufficient.
Thank you little sister
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So frustrating. I can relate to this lately. The more people I meet with chronic illness, the more stories I hear of a similar nature. It’s sad and hard to be in so much pain and just be bounced around. I have seen two ENTs, a GP, an Oral Surgeon, and a Chiropractor in the last year. And yet I can’t fault anyone for having to search for answers rather it being cut and dry. It’s the nature of the beast I guess.
It is frustrating