Thank you both for all the info. My Hemoglobin is 9.6 right now, so it looks like I would be eligible if that's what is necessary. I'm anxiously awaiting the Monday doctor's visit. But we will only be addressing the tip of the iceberg I'm afraid. There are just so many things to be ruled out and checked. I feel rather anxious, depressed and frightened. Naturally this has flared the neuropathy.

Anyway, thanks for all the info. I'm printing this out for my rheumatologist.

Billye