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Went to see GP this morning about swollen abdomen. Internal examination (yuk) arranging an ultra sound, urine sample given and bloods taken to test CA125. So at least he took me seriously after explaining other symptoms.

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Excellent - been there, done that. Hope all is suitably negative...

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Good luck with the results Horizon12. I would be reassured by the thoroughness that your doctor has shown.

It makes me wonder if I accept too many symptoms under the umbrella of PMR as being part of it rather than a separate disorder.

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Yes Jane, l think it can

‘Oh, you’ve got PMR, you’re on Steroids!’

Too easy, we can all have something else going on & it could get overlooked!

Mrs N 💅🏼

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So true.

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Possibly ...

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Scan today, hence why I am still awake at this godly hour.

I think it can be too easy for GP’s to blame everything on PMR or my newly retired GP’s Case ‘it’s the steroids’ he blamed them for everything!

Glad your GP is listening to you & getting some tests done.

Keep us updated

Mrs N 💅🏼

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Ultra sound scan today

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Good Luck today & hope you get your results soon.

Mrs N x

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Thank-you. The hardest part will be having a full bladder for an hour, I go at least twice an hour now. LOL

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Hindags

Hope you get good news, and suggestions for how to help get better.....

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Jackoh

Glad he seems to be thorough and sending you for further tests. Let us know how you get on.

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