Yet another doctor...

The quest for healing continued today...So…I went to a rheumatologist this morning. I went with very few expectations. Didn’t really think there would be an answer but willing to be examined and listen to what she had to say.  Going into it I really did not think that I had rheumatoid arthritis or any other kind for that matter.  Just a gut feeling, for me, but again...wanted to hear what she had to say.  The short of it? She does not think that it is an arthritic issue. Because of the length of time, description etc, she went ahead and ordered blood work to see if the inflammation shows up in the blood. If it would, she will re-order an MRI to examine things a little more. If everything is negative (which we both think it will be) then I’m at another dead end. She did suggest that perhaps I switch to another brand of a medication that I am on if all comes back negative.  She said other brands sometimes help with the pain factor.  She also suggested that I try some massage therapy with trigger points and try some upper body yoga. Who can argue with being told that you should get a massage, right?  She had somebody in mind but I don't want to drive to South Bend...I know someone from church who might fit the bill! She suggested acupuncture as well, but it is something that I tried before, without result and with my great love of needles do not really want to do again!
So, how am I doing with all of this today? Surprisingly OKAY. Because I had few expectations, it didn’t let me down too much. There was no shock...I got what I assumed that I would.   So, where do I go from here? Don’t know really. I am going to an informational meeting tonight (I think) on a natural product, zija, that a friend suggested to me. The testimonials on the web site for pain are pretty amazing….again…not getting my hopes up, just want to go, listen, ask some questions that I have and then pray about it. I also have the option of going to the famed Amish Dr. that several friends go to.

That’s the update. I’m doing okay…very okay. I was fearful that I would hit bottom again with a dead end, but I’m doing good. God is awesome and great…whom shall I fear, right? Besides…I got done in time to go shopping with a 30% off coupon at my fav store before returning to school…woo hoo!  I don't know why this battle has ensued for 8 years or why we can't find what's wrong and fix it...but I do know the ONE who is carrying me through each day, sometimes moment by moment!  Thankful for HIS provisions for me and I KNOW that one day I will no longer have pain!  Until then...stay posted :)