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Strange symptoms that seem autoimmune related
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Nov 9, 2021 | Replies (9)Comment receiving replies
Hi Ginger! Thanks for the quick reply!
We've been keeping a log of what she's been eating, but I'll try to keep a log of what she's doing or where she's been. I know that yesterday was definitely stressful and she reacted immediately with swollen fingers and then later on, the swollen tongue.
Personally, I don't think environmental triggers are causing this because we live on a tropical island, so the weather is pretty consistent (we have no real seasons). About the primary doctor, he seemed clueless, so I'm already looking for another one (internal medicine, preferably). I will check for a rheumatologist, though. I think that's the way to go.
Once again, thanks for the help!
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@jas9799 You're welcome! As I read your response, what came to mind was a stress reaction. What about trying some relaxation techniques? Deep breathing, a walk, some form of creative outlet [crochet, painting, pottery], cooking, something that might take her mind off of a trigger?
As I have experienced challenges, I find that during the day, I can put aside for the most part, the triggers that get me so nervous and anxious, because I am doing things. When I get a chance to quiet down, sometimes those triggers come out to play, and get me amped up. It can be very tiring and cause my whole body to react. Do you think perhaps your mother may be dealing with the same type of thing? I have to make a conscious effort to refocus my thought pattern and react in a more positive way.
Ginger