Guest guest Posted July 2, 2002 Report Share Posted July 2, 2002 Howdy -- I'm Em, hoping to find some information and learn here. I'm 38 years old. I was dxed with fibromyalgia a year ago, but have subsequently begun to develop new symptoms. I am returning to my rheumatologist next week to hopefully find out what is going on. These symptoms include bilateral joint pain and swelling (fingers, elbows, hips and knees) and ongoing " fevers of unknown etiology. " I had a spontaneous pelvic fracture two years ago, and subsequently found I have osteopenia in both hips, but this has not been treated by a physician and I have never had other osteo problems. In addition I have had kidney problems and a recent collapsed lung, so I honestly don't know what all that adds up to. I can hypothesize, but until I've seen the doctor I feel it may be best to deal with the situation as it comes. My interests are not only in finding out more about dealing with such problems, but also looking out for myself in terms of advocacy, particularly in the workplace. My employer (large hospital corporation) has a very strict absentee policy, and I'm searching for ways to protect my own interests. I'm currently pretty unhappy, mostly due to pain and this creeping exhaustion that make just typing this letter difficult, and sometimes I struggle with feeling too much self-pity, or anger, or fear. I WANT to be positive. But it's difficult. In any case, I hope to contribute whatever I can to this list, and to learn about how others cope with their diseases and life situations. I really want to connect with people. Glad to be here! Best, Em Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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