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Thu, 10/22/2009 - 18:32
How is Fibro diagnosed?
My pm says he's positive that fibro is one of my problems, but, in his own words, does not like to diagnose patients. My pcp is not proactive in any sense of the word, in fact, pretty much everything that she's done has been at my suggestion, due to my research. I know that fibro is hard to diagnose, as there is no specific test for it, but what are the different tests? What should my pcp be doing? She doesn't deal with spiney chronic pain patients regularly (being a contracted doctor for the military) and really has no clue when it comes to diagnostic testing, except to refer for MRIs and then specialists. What should my next step be? Thanks in advance for any and all input and advice.
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Kelly 
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Anterior Foraminotomy in April 09 for:
stenosis C4/C5, protruding disc at C5/C6 with osteophyte complex, herniated disc at C6/C7
OA in neck, hip, knees
PTSD and Anxiety Disorder
**A Proud Canadian Soldier**
BUT NOT A DOCTOR!!! My thoughts are just that... my thoughts based solely on my experiences, so take them for what they're worth (and sometimes they may not be worth much) 
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Is there anyone who can help me? Thanks!!
Kelly
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Anterior Foraminotomy in April 09 for:
stenosis C4/C5, protruding disc at C5/C6 with osteophyte complex, herniated disc at C6/C7
OA in neck, hip, knees
PTSD and Anxiety Disorder
**A Proud Canadian Soldier**
BUT NOT A DOCTOR!!! My thoughts are just that... my thoughts based solely on my experiences, so take them for what they're worth (and sometimes they may not be worth much)
Hi smiley. By fibro I am assuming you mean fibromyalgia. If I am wrong then this post is worthless to you - sorry.
Fibromyalgia ( to my knowledge ) has no set way to pin point. It is diagnosed based on your symptoms and other factors your Dr takes note of.
I am not sure if we are allowed to post web sites here, but I am going to try to. This link should answer most of your questions.
http://www.fibromyalgia-symptoms.org/fibromyalgia_diagnosis.html
Some Drs. do not like to make a label of Fibro, as what can happen is everything you have wrong with you is then placed into this little box called "Due to having Fibro".
It can be an easy way "out" for some Drs to not take your pains etc seriously.
Sad but true some Drs still view Fibro as a emotional issue more then a TRUE physical issue, so again the label is not always one that is beneficial to the patient.
To be treated correctly ( in my opinion ) I would see a Rheumatologist.
I am also posting a link on how to pick the right Dr. for Fibro care.
http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/guide/finding-right-fibromyalgia-docto...
If these links do not post, please PM me for them
Hope this helps - my adult daughter has Fibro, so hopefully I can be of some help to you...
Ms. Humpty Dumpty Took a great fall and all the Drs and surgeons could not put her back together again.
After my fall I started to fall apart. L1-L2-L3-L4 - S1 & S2 gone. ( full herniation )Spinal stenosis, spinal arthritis, degenerative disk, scoliosis.
The spacers in your back are gone/going, spinal nerve damage.
Spinal spurs. Both knee caps & both hips have degenerative bone disease, arthritis and bone spurs.
No surgeries as Drs. don't think it will help and may make things worse.
Age 47 - Here to find & offer support.
Beth, those sites were very helpful. I would never have thought about a rheumatologist, but then again, I've never seen one before. Thanks for taking the time to respond!!
Kelly
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Anterior Foraminotomy in April 09 for:
stenosis C4/C5, protruding disc at C5/C6 with osteophyte complex, herniated disc at C6/C7
OA in neck, hip, knees
PTSD and Anxiety Disorder
**A Proud Canadian Soldier**
BUT NOT A DOCTOR!!! My thoughts are just that... my thoughts based solely on my experiences, so take them for what they're worth (and sometimes they may not be worth much)
A Rheumatologist diagnosed my fibro.
Your welcome, Please let me know how things work out for you
Ms. Humpty Dumpty Took a great fall and all the Drs and surgeons could not put her back together again.
After my fall I started to fall apart. L1-L2-L3-L4 - S1 & S2 gone. ( full herniation )Spinal stenosis, spinal arthritis, degenerative disk, scoliosis.
The spacers in your back are gone/going, spinal nerve damage.
Spinal spurs. Both knee caps & both hips have degenerative bone disease, arthritis and bone spurs.
No surgeries as Drs. don't think it will help and may make things worse.
Age 47 - Here to find & offer support.