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Visit with Rheumatologist

LadyDeb
LadyDeb
Good morning all,

I had my first visit with a rheumatologist this past Friday. Of course I filled out all kinds of paperwork. The dr seemed very knowledgeable and understanding. Did bloodwork and x-rays. He keeping me on the Cymbalta and wants to add Lyrica...but because of my insurance he prescribed Neurontin (gabapentin). If that doesn't work my insurance is more apt to allow the Lyrica. He said that although it's a matter of trial & error, he will get me feeling better. My next appointment is July 21st where I'll get the results to my tests. Dr also prescribed physical therapy...which I'll write about in a different post.

Feeling hopeful...I think.

~Debbie :)
deleted_user
deleted_user
Good! He sounds like a good doc. My first rheumy did not seem to believe me was very rude. I complained to the head kaiser rheumy and he got in trouble! My next one was super great and he knew a lot about fibro.
journeythru
journeythru
It was a Rhemy that helped me the most. I must say, because of past doctor experiences, I was very anxious meeting with her the first time. I was so astounded that a doctor finally listened, did all the blood work, and gave me a diagnosis. We went down a long road of trial and error, but did land on a treatment plan that does keep the pain some what manageable. She also uncovered other diseases that I have; she never stops looking. I feel very blessed to have found her. The other practitioner that helped was the PT. Sounds like your doctor has you on a good path.!
deleted_user
deleted_user
My Dr. is a good doctor she kept me on the meds I was on and add a nerve med. That has control some stuff but as said there is no magic pill.
PeaceN2You
PeaceN2You
Fibromyalgia treatment is a matter of trial and error, as what works for one of us doesn't work for another. The key is finding a doctor you're comfortable with, who is willing to work with you and go through the process until you find what the right therapies for you.

Most people find over time that a combination of medication, lifestyle changes, and various alternative therapies are what gets them functional again. Finding the perfect "cocktail" of treatments is what takes time, but it's worth the effort.
ashleyjanette
ashleyjanette
Sounds great :)
Glad to hear the doc is going to help you
LadyDeb
LadyDeb
Thank you all. :)

~Debbie