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Chronic Health Conditions Discussion and Support

hedgehog

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9. I haven't been tested for that, but am pretty confident in the current

Reply to LiberalLoner (Reply #8)

Thu Apr 18, 2013, 02:49 PM

Apr 2013

diagnosis of Sjogren's Syndrome. The problem we have is that the best known, measurable symptoms that separate this from other autoimmune disorders (dry eyes, dry mouth) are given waaaaay more attention than the real problems - fatigue and digestive issues. It's as if all the research and treatment for lupus was focused on the facial rash!

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So- i went yesterday and had blood drawn for a number of tests - [View all] hedgehog Apr 2013 OP

I hope you find some answers libodem Apr 2013 #1

Wishing you all the best Hedgehog. Hoping for your good health. LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #2

Update - i went to the doctor today and found out that after waiting six weeks hedgehog Apr 2013 #3

Argh how frustrating! I feel bad for you. I agree, time for a new doctor! LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #4

I just had a call back from my GP - I'm referred to a new endrocrinologist already! hedgehog Apr 2013 #5

Great! Hope you get answers soon! LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #6

Thanks! I don't have anything life threatening, just ongoing fatigue that keeps hedgehog Apr 2013 #7

That sounds like me...you been tested for Multiple Sclerosis? LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #8

I haven't been tested for that, but am pretty confident in the current hedgehog Apr 2013 #9

I'm guessing all the autoimmune diseases have some things in common then? LiberalLoner Apr 2013 #10

I suspect that autoimmune diseases are all sisters under the skin. hedgehog Apr 2013 #11