Hi, Annie,

My primary care doctor has ordered blood tests for B-12, and folic acid levels inside the RBCs. She also referred me to Dr. Howard at UNC-Chapel Hill for a thorough evaluation. I have no idea how long it will take to get in to see him.

I always get copies of all my test results, and I'll let you know what the B-12 levels are.

I also saw my usual neurologist today, whom I've been seeing since 2000, and he agreed that the EMG, etc. from Duke was abnormal, but says there's no way to determine why my muscles are weak. (Really. ) When I asked if they could test different drugs, he said the side effects are really dangerous, and some of them can cause cancer. (Translate that as: I don't want to do any more work than I have to--just live with it.) He wants to see me again in six months. (I don't know why--maybe to see if I'm still alive?)

I'm completely exhausted, and very frustrated. Let's hope Dr. Howard actually is as good as his reputation. I don't know what I'll do if he pats me on the head as well.

I might have to start looking for places to hide bodies!

Rose