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Sjogrens Topics => Living With Sjogren's => Topic started by: stephL on May 02, 2010, 07:01:25 PM

Title: Intro: New Member
Post by: stephL on May 02, 2010, 07:01:25 PM
Hello to all,

I'm 50 years old and have just gotten diagnosed with Sjogren's last Fall. I also have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia and Celiac Disease. I still have yet to begin any treatment. I'm honestly not in a good place since I'm very ill right now. I live in a small state where choice of doctors is limited and I'm about to change doctors again.  I'm single, live alone and have a son in his first year of college, he's my helper! I'm grateful to find such a great forum. Thanks to all for being here!

Regards,

Stephanie
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: Pegasus47 on May 02, 2010, 07:08:10 PM
Stephl:

Welcome.  I am a newbie too.  This is a great forum.  Sounds like you need some support, and that is what we are all here for.

Pegasus
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: kellyptyler on May 02, 2010, 07:10:33 PM
Welcome to the forum..it is a great one and I've have learn so much here.
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: Reanne on May 02, 2010, 07:38:14 PM
Welcome Stephanie,

There is a wealth of information here.  The people who post here are the experts on this disease.  I hope you find it helpful.

Reanne
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: lynnmarie219 on May 02, 2010, 08:12:41 PM
Hi Stephanie and welcome to Sjogrens World!

Glad to see that you found us although sorry for the reason that you had to even look. The others are right...this is a great place to find all kinds of great information and answers to your questions. If you cant find what you are looking for in old posts....just ask and someone will come along who can usually help out!

This is also a great place to vent, find friendship, give and receive support, and just have a few laughs! Enjoy the boards!

Welcome to the family! 
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: YYC_ Mommy on May 02, 2010, 09:41:51 PM
Welcome! This is truly a wonderful place where you can go and know that someone will know EXACTLY how you are feeling. Very comforting. I hope that you are able to start treatment soon.

Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: shevonne on May 03, 2010, 01:33:34 AM
Welcome!  I know World will be a good place for you.  It has been great for me to find others that understand!
Title: Re: Intro: New Member
Post by: Patze on May 03, 2010, 04:23:59 AM
Hi Stephanie,

Late as usual, but let me also welcome you to the SJS World and family!  Yep, this is a wonderful board with tons of great members! 

I know what you mean about having to switch doctors, oh my, I can't tell you how many doctors I've gone through!  Have you seen a rheumy yet?  If you have, does he plan on putting you on any meds soon?

Again, welcome, and I hope to see you around the board.

Take care of yourself, okay?

Patze