~ The Diagnosis ~

well finally I have some validation for my array of strange symptoms - tests have come back revealling I have auto-immune disease - well two actually! - I have done it good!!!!!!!!......I have Hyperthryroidism and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus........both of which can't be cured but can be managed. My thyroid is overactive ( the opposite of what most people have ) it means I have an increased metabolism which in turn means loss of weight - well whoa is me! - I'm the 10% who put on weight so I have even been robbed of the one positive ( for me ) that this disease brings....at this stage I am not sure of where I am headed but it looks like some sort of radiation type treatment........but......it all depends on the management of the lupus which by all accounts is a very complex disease and SLE can be different for every sufferer..........anyway it is proven time and again that a positive attitude can cure most things.....so that is where I am headed I am working hard on accepting the facts and working to beat this illness or at least manage it in such a way that it does not change my quality of life. I have taken the 1st steps by cutting back to just 2 days of work a week.......rest plays a big part in these illnesses....and I have great bosses who are willing to be flexible in my needs............so no more dwelling in self pity - its time to move forward.