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Rheumatologist?
10/17/2021 at 9:10 AM
Doesn't fibromyalgia need to get diagnosed by a rheumatologist? Why doesn't your physician refer you if they suspect it? Did you ask them about confirming the diagnosis? If there's chronic pain, perhaps a visit to the pain clinic is Winnipeg is in order?
As someone who deals with chronic health conditions and who has a daughter with chronic and significant diagnosises, it's important to advocate for yourself and ask questions. Don't just let them say, "Oh, it might be this" without having them explain what "this" is, how it's diagnosed, how it's treated, if you need to see specialists etc.
I'm sorry you're dealing with pain. I have known people with fibromyalgia over the years and it's tough to manage. Hopefully you'll be able to work with your health team to get a proper diagnosis and health care management plan.