Wow, I have been sadly neglecting this blog. I'm sorry. So much has been going on. I just forget. I'm human. *shrug*
So, anyway, nearly a month ago I started having some ridiculous right knee pain. Like absolute agony. Could hardly get through work. It was awful. Managed to get in to see my primary doctor and then my Rheumatologist. Got sent for x-rays and made an appointment with an orthopedic specialist. I go tomorrow. My primary suspects I may have a torn meniscus. On top of fluid on my knee and having hardly any cartilage left, probably in either knee. Greeat. :-( Just what every 32 years old wants to hear! I hate this disease.
So, my dear fiancé is going with me tomorrow. He thinks they'll recommend full on knee replacement. I don't think so, because of my age. They may investigate the meniscus and see if they need to fix that. Probably drain the fluid off my knee. Cortisone shots are a possibility. But, we really have to see what happens tomorrow and go from there.
I was also told I need to see a high risk OBGYN. Since I'm now engaged, Joe and I are planning our lives post marriage. This includes babies. However, I'm going to be at least 33. Between that, my RA, and history of blood clot, pregnancy is going to be difficult. So, I need someone to guide me through the process so nothing happens.
I'll update after the appointment and let you all know what the doctor says. In the meantime, I'm going to try and enjoy my vacation as much as I can. A whole week of not standing on my feet in pain. If this gets fixed, I may be able to go out and play Pokémon GO!
Hope you all have a great day.
Carey
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