Need advice on seeing a rheumatologist

Here's what I tell any doctor I see. I am my own advocate and if I say I'm feeling this or that then that's what I'm feeling. You docs are so numb bc you do this job everyday and yall lose or lost compassion, empathy etc but you will respect how I feel and what I say. And they listen. And if they don't like me refer me to someone else!! Speak up, speak up and SPEAK UP FOR YOURSELF ❤️

Hi, and welcome! I've never seen a rhumetologist but, it sounds like you need a new doctor and a second option. You should've at least received blood work and a referral to rhumetology. It sounds like your current doctor isn't thorough and is very dismissive.

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My partner was in the hospital several times for episodes like this, it turned out to be a rheumatic condition, Adult Still's disease. Rheumatologists have been hit or miss for her, but it's always good to go and even get a second opinion if you doubt the first :)

I have the same things! Mine actually ended up being endometriosis believe it or not

That’s a horrible PA. Even if it IS fibro it’s a serious and debilitating disease that can be managed and treated. Definitely see a new doctor so they can do actual tests to determine what’s going on. I’m sorry that happened to you. 😧

Hi and welcome 💛 I absolutely recommend seeing a rheumatologist (you may need a referral from your PCP first, and it’s helpful to have blood work done ahead of time if that’s a possibility for you) Your experience might be different, but my first visit was pretty simple- the dr felt my joints, asked for a history of my symptoms, looked at my bloodwork, and ordered additional labs to confirm/ rule out any suspicions. I then had a follow up about a month later to go over blood work and a urine test. My first rheum was pretty dismissive, and after ruling out any kind of autoimmune disease, she sent me on my way and told me just to take ibuprofen. Knowing something was wrong, I saw a second rheum who repeated the same tests, also ruled out an autoimmune disease, but was able to diagnose me with a connective tissue disorder and refer me to the correct specialists for that. I would highly recommend bringing a list and timeline of ALL symptoms, even ones you may not feel are related. I also cannot emphasize enough how important it is to advocate for your own health and to see additional doctors. You know your body, so trust how you feel, and try not to let dismissive doctors convince you otherwise. It’s unfortunately all too common.

She didn’t do any blood work?