Kmeb,
not sure but I think my neuro will work with Mayo. And my rheumatologist would probably also. I'm to pick up paperwork tomorrow to have some lab tests (bloodwork) done tomorrow and then the rheumatolgist will see me as soon as I get the paperwork back.

I'm just having to learn to throttle back right now. I did discover the large print books at the library and I can read for about 30 min. in the morning and sometimes about the same time in the afternoon. Dry eyes are the pits. Daytime tv is also the same.

Thanks all. I appreciate the support. And Dalek, thanks for thinking of me when you have so much on your plate. You too Kmeb. to both of you.

Billye

I've been working alot more ( the job found some day shifts for me)..

I don't recall Billye if you are using antidepressants. But some new studies have come up showing SSRIs lead to more bone fractures. (reduced bone mineral density).

I am sorry to learn you have to deal with this new challenge! It is a real bummer!

Hi Mrs. D,
I thought you were going to quit working so hard.

No I'm not taking any anti-depressants. You are right, it is a bummer.

Thanks for the info tho. I'll pass it on.

Billye

What next? I am so sorry... Like me, I think you should have sent hubby to medical school...
Cathie

Isn't this the question?

For you the meds worked, albiet for a while...IF you find a connection between the bone loss and the meds - report it to the FDA, it's easy. You can report to each med mfr...they are supposed to report it to the FDA but not always. I've found that docs who should report don't. IF no one knows about the fact that med combos could/can cause other problems, nothing happens. There's so much NOT known about long term use. Reporting is the only way s/e's could be known. Once the mfrs. get their approval, they really don't bother looking for s/e's or problems unless forced to. There! I've got that off my chest.

As for having stuff on my plate, looks like I'll be able to 'stuff' it all down the disposal when I see the new doc soon. I HOPE! Maybe surgery, maybe new meds...what the heck! What's one more?

Hugs Billye, may you stop doing this and start doing this! - j