littlebit410427's Journal

Yesterday I had really had enough. No one was calling. Nothing was getting accomplished, so at 4:45 p.m. I contacted my primary physician's office and got an appt. to see him today. The receptionist said they had no appts. available, so I told her that was OK. I would just call another dr. Well, I got an appt. to see him this morning at 10:30 a.m. That was way too easy. Ha!

I talked with him for awhile this morning and was able to accomplish some things. We got my CAT scan scheduled for next Tuesday. He was also able to let me know that I could get my muscles stronger by the time for my vacation by taking more pain meds. and walking on a treadmill each day, increasing the time every day. Without the pain, it's pretty easy to do. I tried that this afternoon and was able to walk for ten minutes, then I had to quit. Not bad for the first day. I do have to have someone watching me while I exercise, just in case I fall; but my dad has agreed to do this every day. Who would have ever believed that one? Not me, that's for sure.

We also were able to schedule an appt. for a rheumatologist for July 2. A little too late if the lupus is being caused by some of my medications, but I guess you can't have everything you want in life. The type of lupus I have is not too promising. If we are correct in our opinions, I have about 4 years left to live. But I plan to enjoy as much as possible during that time. I'm just glad that I'm finally not depressed and can enjoy the little things life has to offer. I enjoy just being able to sit outside and watch a beautiful afternoon. Very peaceful. Some things I enjoy are fading pretty fast, so I can't waste much time. I will keep in touch with my friends as much as possible, but I will be out in the real world most of the time, doing as much living as I can. Love to all of you. Rebecca