what's next? I keep asking myself that. Yes this is OT, sorry. but I didn't see any forum here at bella on this issue, maybe I missed it. anyways, my M.D. suspects that I have Rheumatoid Arthitis, I had to see a specialist today. LOTS of blood drawn, full x-rays. I won't know anything until I go back in two weeks. waiting is TORTURE! she (the rheumatologist) gave me a shot of steroids, and some pain meds so I don't have to take so many ibuprofen each day. does any body in this forum have RA? if so, one question...how in the world do you live with the pain? any tips/tricks/advice? Dr. wouldn't be specific with me until tests come back. said could be Lupus, Fibromialgia, or several other things that mimick RA, but the blood test would tell. anybody help?
