Guest guest Posted June 17, 2010 Report Share Posted June 17, 2010 Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2010 Report Share Posted June 17, 2010 Wow...but, you know, if they CAN tie all this into something and get it under control, it wont seem so bad Kay. My mom has lupus and once they got it all under control, shes been doing well in that area of her health. Good luck Ann Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2010 Report Share Posted June 17, 2010 Oh man! I hope you feel better fast! I'll be praying for you!To: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:44:46 PMSubject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2010 Report Share Posted June 17, 2010 Thank u so much because I'm feeling really beat up and low right now :(Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryDate: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:09:50 -0700 (PDT)To: <asthma >Subject: Re: just left ER Oh man! I hope you feel better fast! I'll be praying for you!From: "hottrinbago72_99" <hottrinbago72_99>To: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:44:46 PMSubject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!!And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break!Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy!Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 Will pray. As much as we are able, this circle of friends stand with you. Cry as much a you need! God's blessings to you and your family. Mike McBrideO God do not leave me. I have done nothing good in your sight, but according to your goodness, let me now make a beginning of good. - Abba ArseniusTo: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 3:44:46 PMSubject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 What should I say to my job? Really don't know what they are thinking. Should I tell them what the doctors are thinking? That it maybe lupus or church Strauss syndrome (not sure if I spelled that right) Got a call from my doctor last night who is running more test but this is something he is thinking about now.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: hottrinbago72_99@...Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:13:14 +0000To: <asthma >Subject: Re: just left ER Thank u so much because I'm feeling really beat up and low right now :(Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: Canter <cindyj503>Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:09:50 -0700 (PDT)To: <asthma >Subject: Re: just left ER Oh man! I hope you feel better fast! I'll be praying for you!From: "hottrinbago72_99" <hottrinbago72_99>To: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:44:46 PMSubject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!!And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break!Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy!Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 I hate that you are going through this but look at the positive they actually found something and aren’t treating you as if you are crazy. Hopefully you will not have Lupus however if diagnosed soon enough it is controllable. Hang in there. Melinda -----Original Message----- From: asthma [mailto:asthma ]On Behalf Of hottrinbago72_99@... Sent: Thursday, June 17, 2010 7:45 PM To: asthma Subject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 Have your doctor to complete FMLA papers. He will be the one to tell your employer what he has diagnosed at this time. You will find out when that sometimes the doctor doesn’t tell you enough but will fill out the paperwork and you will have a lot more information about your condition. Keep in mind that FMLA papers must be completed yearly even if it is a lifelong condition.   I have an autoimmune disorder called Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome, which makes me clot. My FMLA papers are completed for hypercoaguable. This covers all of the blood test, doctor appointments and any complications from the disorder. I can thank APS for the clot in my lung and the onset of asthma as well as the continual testing for Lupus since APS and Lupus are usually diagnosed together. I know it is very stressful being sick and trying to keep your job. I was out of work for 10 weeks in the first 12 weeks of this year because of the APS and asthma. I had to take an emergency medical leave of absence since I was out of FMLA. Completing the request for leave was the most difficult thing I have ever done. Hang in there! Melinda -----Original Message----- From: asthma [mailto:asthma ]On Behalf Of hottrinbago72_99@... Sent: Friday, June 18, 2010 3:21 AM To: asthma Subject: Re: just left ER What should I say to my job? Really don't know what they are thinking. Should I tell them what the doctors are thinking? That it maybe lupus or church Strauss syndrome (not sure if I spelled that right) Got a call from my doctor last night who is running more test but this is something he is thinking about now. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From: hottrinbago72_99 Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:13:14 +0000 To: <asthma > Subject: Re: just left ER Thank u so much because I'm feeling really beat up and low right now Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From: Canter <cindyj503> Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:09:50 -0700 (PDT) To: <asthma > Subject: Re: just left ER Oh man! I hope you feel better fast! I'll be praying for you! From: " hottrinbago72_99 " <hottrinbago72_99> To: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:44:46 PM Subject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 Right now I dont think I would say anything to my job unless you have a boss who is extremely understanding about things. Otherwise, I think I would wait until you find out something more definite before you say anything. Just tell them youre having some medical issues right now and that you are working with your doctor to discover the source of the problem...thats all they need to know. Ann (((((((((((kay))))))))))) Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 But the issue is I miss sooo much time from work.I have to go in to see the pulmo doctor this morning and I am the only full time person (clerical staff) in my office. And I'm always ill.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerryFrom: FFTaz71@...Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2010 06:47:22 -0400To: <asthma >Subject: Re: just left ER Right now I dont think I would say anything to my job unless you have a boss who is extremely understanding about things. Otherwise, I think I would wait until you find out something more definite before you say anything. Just tell them youre having some medical issues right now and that you are working with your doctor to discover the source of the problem...thats all they need to know.Ann(((((((((((kay))))))))))) Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!!And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break!Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy!Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out.Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 HUGS to you we all will be thinking and praying for you G/WI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 18, 2010 Report Share Posted June 18, 2010 You can also download the papers for FMLA from the internet, have your doctor complete them then present them to your employer if and when needed. If your job is secure and your leave isn’t counted against you then don’t worry about the forms. The thing with FMLA is it protects the employee. There are conditions that have to be met in order to apply for FMLA. Best of luck to you. Melinda -----Original Message----- From: asthma [mailto:asthma ]On Behalf Of FFTaz71@... Sent: Friday, June 18, 2010 6:47 AM To: asthma Subject: Re: just left ER Right now I dont think I would say anything to my job unless you have a boss who is extremely understanding about things. Otherwise, I think I would wait until you find out something more definite before you say anything. Just tell them youre having some medical issues right now and that you are working with your doctor to discover the source of the problem...thats all they need to know. Ann (((((((((((kay))))))))))) -----Original Message----- From: hottrinbago72_99 To: asthma Sent: Fri, Jun 18, 2010 3:20 am Subject: Re: just left ER What should I say to my job? Really don't know what they are thinking. Should I tell them what the doctors are thinking? That it maybe lupus or church Strauss syndrome (not sure if I spelled that right) Got a call from my doctor last night who is running more test but this is something he is thinking about now. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From: hottrinbago72_99 Date: Fri, 18 Jun 2010 01:13:14 +0000 To: <asthma > Subject: Re: just left ER Thank u so much because I'm feeling really beat up and low right now Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry From: Canter <cindyj503> Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2010 18:09:50 -0700 (PDT) To: <asthma > Subject: Re: just left ER Oh man! I hope you feel better fast! I'll be praying for you! From: " hottrinbago72_99 " <hottrinbago72_99> To: asthma Sent: Thu, June 17, 2010 7:44:46 PM Subject: Re: just left ER Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 19, 2010 Report Share Posted June 19, 2010 Has anyone considered an allergy or intolerance? Sulfites can cause both hives and wheezing. The swollen glands is obviously an immune system symptom. Could be caused by something entirely different or be related. > > Just left er. It seems as if I still have pneumonia for two months! What is happening to me -the hives-my glands swelling. I feel horrible!! > > And now scared because doctors are thinking LUPUS! Give me a break! > > Also they are thinking they may want to do a lung biopsy! > > Needless to say I've been crying my eyes out. > Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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