Phaedra, I am sorry to hear this. I know you have been waiting to see this guy. I know exactly how you feel though, it is very frustrating. I went to see a dr on Friday, waited since February to see this idiot. He kept asking me "are you sure you don't have small fiber neuropathy?" He really didn't think it was RSD in my feet and hands, that has been there for many years. He said I didn't "look" like I had RSD. Oh, and he asked me if I tried contrast therapy...really?? That is so wrong for RSD!! We argued about that

Why does this dr want you to have a bone scan if he doesn't think it is RSD? What other tests? Bone scans are not conclusive for diagnosing RSD, but if he is looking for something else then it may be necessary. I had one on my right hand and it was normal...I have RSD in both hands! What kind of therapy did he order? Does the family dr know how to treat RSD or understand it? I see my PCP monthly and she manages any medication (including any pain meds) for me since I cannot find a PM dr that is worth a crap!

I don't know why it is so hard to find a decent dr these days! I hope you can get some good answers soon!

Nanc