Guest guest Posted January 9, 2004 Report Share Posted January 9, 2004 Hi, I joined about 2 weeks ago, had a horrible case of the flu and really feeling sorry for myself, plus, no one wanted to attend my pity party! The Christmas poems, recipes and all were really uplifting, even though none of you even knew I was there. The Informational links were very helpful, especially in my recuperating from the flu. I am 55, and in October of 2003 was told by my Dr. that I should stop working and get disability set up. So far, so good, California has a pretty good temporary disability program, so we are making it. I have a very patient husband, 2 grown children and 6 grandchildren. Now that I am not working I am able to do the " Gramma " things I have not been able to do in a very long time. I was diagnosed with RA 2 years ago when I got osteomyelitis and almost lost one of my toes. I was sent to Stanford Medical Center to see a Rheumy, Dr. Utz - He has diagnosed me with RA / Psoriasis / Sjorgren/ Ankolosing Sponglitis (sp) - I have severe Asthma, High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, and allergic to most medication and general stuff (most things green & brown?). All of this is pretty new to me. I take lots of meds, MTX (injectable), Plaquenil, Prednisone, and then meds for the asthma, bp, etc. Sometimes I feel like a pill popper, but realize that I would have no life without these medication, I am very, very lucky. I realize that all of this is a war in my body, and I know that I have to fight what I can fight. Attitude is critical. Wow, this is long, I just wanted to tell all of you how much I really enjoy the group and all the posts, thank you ! Gentle Hugs & Prayers, Carol M. in CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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