Guest guest Posted January 27, 2008 Report Share Posted January 27, 2008 Who do you see at the Mayo Clinic? Sandie > > I just returned from a visit to the pulmonary dr at Mayo. My > diffusing capacity has increased since October and is now in > the " normal " range. The results of the gas oxidation blood tests > showed less of a difference between at rest and during exercise. I > had those tests, plus many others, and the consensus is that I > currently have average lung use. My definitive diagnosis is > connective tissue ILD. I switched meds last fall to cellcept, which > is probably the main reason for the improvement. But I also think de- > stressing by resigning from my job, going to pulmonary rehab, trying > to eat a healthy diet, and prayer have contributed. I must be at a > plateau in this disease and no one knows how long it will last, but > this is what I have been praying for and so will accept it for what > it is ... a blessing. > > I just received my papers from the SS disability office to complete > my filing. Even though I have already met with SS representative and > completed the initial application, I don't know if it is worth > finishing the process because I know I won't be approved right now. > Since I'm unfamiliar with how all of this works, I'm wondering what > happens if I drop out. Any help? > > gigi > ILD 3/07 > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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