in reply to @kayabbott Thank you for this information. I have been tested for a variety of autoimmune disorders, and while many of the tests are "normal" the doctor has advised "you do not have xyz disorder." I am well aware that blood tests alone do not "tell all" but the specialist is unwilling to explore other avenues. I will soon see an immunologist, and I suspect that further testing will be completed, and I will discuss with him the tests that you have outlined. Yes on the diet, as I am keeping a food diary to present to the allergist. I am physically active and lift weights each day so I do not lose muscle mass. I have also met with a nutritionist, and will see her again soon. She understands that I may not be able to reach 2000 calories per day, and I am trying my best to increase my protein intake. Yes about the stress, and I have been unloading a lot of it, which has made a huge difference. I am fairly certain my thyroid is okay, per the tests, but my doctor is also checking on cortisol levels, as the first test was abnormal. It is a matter of getting to the lab early enough so another test can be completed, and if that one is also abnormal there will be another specialist to visit. Admittedly, I have so many different issues going on, and none of my clinicians can come up with a definitive diagnosis other than the fact that I am immune deficient. I have come to abhor doctor visits because the doctors keep running the same tests over and over, always getting the same results. Navigating the healthcare system feels like a full time job at times, and I often just forgo the doctor visits because I never get any useful information unless it is from the neurologist or pain management doctor. I am sure you understand. I am grateful for your response. I figure if I can maintain a steady weight, then I am doing fairly well. Force feeding myself is dreadful.