Re: Where to start?/Lori

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In cases where you are trying to get multiconditions treated, I would recommend

that you ask one doctor to be central monitor and place where your treatment

information goes. If your PCP is comfortable, they could oversee the treatment

of the different specialists you see.

As a patient you need to advocate for yourself to get appropriate treatment.

However, medication and doses is really determined by your doctor. They

understand the interaction of each condition and medication with your other

illnesses and treatment plans. There may be a reason you will not be able to

take a certain medication because it would worsen another condition or interfer

with another medication you are taking.

Word of warning; I have found that if you go in saying " this is what I have. I

reseached it " You are going to run into a brick wall. let the doctor know that

you are wondering if your symptoms may be related to this condition.

If you have heard or read about a certain medication and it sounds like it might

help, certainly ask the doctor about it. but again, it may not be appropriate

for you or the doctor's experience with the medication has not been positive.

There is some overlay in your conditions. They do not function in your body in

isolation. Some of your treatment will probably help other symptoms.

Keep us posted about how you are making out. Gentle hugs, Tami