I had a dream... | Arthritis Information

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...and the sad part was, it wasn't a dream that I was cured from arthritis!

In my dream, the doctors had done all these specific tests, and made specific findings and had definitely concluded that I had AS.  And I woke up in a good mood!  How silly is that!  It's the uncertainty that's so hard to deal with.  I don't know if I have RA, Reiters, AS, PsA w/out psoriasis, etc.

I've always read that AS attacks bigger joints, and I am wondering what's up with my shoulder.
 
ANYWAY I am still learning to live with the uncertainty.
 
I am trying to cultivate a new frame of mind, which is, I am not so severe that I shouldn't be exercising.  I always loved being an athlete, so I am going to get in shape as much as possible.  Sometimes things will hurt, sometimes I will have to stop certain activities, or take a break, but I can exercise and have arthritis.  I don't have to feel bad about what I can't do, or feel guilty about what I can do!
 
I am hoping my first PT appointment next week will help with this.  I definitely need an external support system on this!
How did they determine it was AS? Is there a certain test they use? What have your symptoms been? Back problems; correct?
 
 
hi katie trying to fiqure your post..my brains a little fuzzy   
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