Wanting a diagnosis

[Corinna_55]

Hi, I've just joined this group and feel frustrated with my health issues. 15 years ago was diagnosed with an under active Thyroid, prior to that was diagnosed with Gilbert's disease. Since November 2015 have had significant migraines and as a result of a MRI was told I have arthritis in my neck (previously same results for lower back). I have had to reduce my workings hours as can't work full time. If I don't recognise my triggers another migraine occurs. Been to Neurologist & Haematologist waiting to see Rheumatologist in November and hoping to get some answers to my pain, fatigue and brain fog....

[whisperit]

Welcome Corinna_55, It sounds like you've had quite a rough time. Hope you get some help from the rheumy referral - let us know how you get on x

[Chanpreet_Walia LUPUS UK]

Hi Corinna_55,

Welcome to the LUPUS UK HealthUnlocked Community!

We offer a free information pack which contains factsheets, guides, a list of helplines and a list of LUPUS UK contacts who you can chat with over the telephone. To download or request this pack click here: lupusuk.org.uk/request-info...

We published an article on our blog about ‘getting a diagnosis of lupus’ which you can read here: lupusuk.org.uk/getting-diag...

Although you have not had a diagnosis for lupus, around 90% to 95% of people with lupus will experience muscle and/or joint pain. We published an article on our blog about pain management which you can read here: lupusuk.org.uk/pain-managem...

We published a blog article on ‘managing fatigue’ which you can read here: lupusuk.org.uk/managing-fat...

We also published a blog article on ‘coping with brain fog’ which I hope you will find helpful: lupusuk.org.uk/coping-with-...

Before attending your rheumatology appointment you may like to read our blog article about getting the most from medical appointments here: lupusuk.org.uk/getting-the-...

Please let us know how you get on, wishing you all the best.