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Originally Posted by MAT52
But your doctor says in his article that neuro version of Sjogrens can cause autonomic neuropathy so guessing it could be either or both. Sometimes I spontaneously vomit for no apparent reason too but thankfully this is rare so far. My rheumatologist says in his recent letter that I mentioned autonomic neuropathy to him. He wrote that possibly neurology or, if orthostatic hypotension starts, endocrinology might be of use with diagnosing this. Not sure about the endocrine link and my GP refused to refer me to an endocrinologist as she couldn't see any purpose. Any thoughts? I could try and see one privately but I don't think I have orthostatic hypotension - just full on hypertension! Mat x
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Hi Mat
I'm guessing your rheumy may have suggested an endocrinologist if orthostatic hypotension (OH) starts because some endocrine disorders have OH as a feature symptom. This may just be their training kicking in (ie: linking a confounding symptom to a known disorder and associated specialty - as opposed to thinking laterally and considering alternate possible diagnosis.)
You can test yourself for OH if you have a blood pressure monitor at home.