I am 54 and have been reading the forum and articles since last April when I was diagnosed with severe OA of the spine. Since then I have developed various other symptoms and my GP suspects I have SLE. Pain meds have controlled the worst of the back pain and the neuropathies but I am being driven crazy by a very painful and stiff achilles tendon which refuses to heal, severe dermatitis on my scalp and constant fatigue. My GP doesnt seem to be in any hurry to refer me to a consultant. Any advice on what I can do? I have had to give up work and will soon have to give up my home if I cant get well enough to work. Hoping you will be able to give me some suggestions.
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I am with SW here you need to see a rheumytologist, only they can do all the blood test xrays and MRIs to see what is going on..I am glad you have decided to join us, at least you now have us to talk to...and any questions just post in LWA...now you get to your GPs and ask to be referred...xx
Barbara
Barbara
Lovely to meet you and welcome you to our forums.
I have to agree too with Barbara and stickwicket that you do need to be referred.
Let us know how you get on
love
Toni xxx
Toni xxx