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in reply to @lorib Thank you for all of this information. I see a hematologist on Wednesday this week to discuss my lab tests which show vast irregularities in reference to the light chains. I have a terrible sense of foreboding because my PCP has already mentioned to me that he and the hematologist suspected that I have multiple myeloma, but my PCP said he really did not understand the entirety of the lab results, thus the referral. I am trying my best to remain positive, but admit that I am a bit frightened by the mere fact that my PCP mentioned the multiple myeloma to me, and I am already suffering from a multitude of other health conditions. However, I still tell myself everyday how grateful I am to be above the ground, because today, many are not. Thank you
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Hi Frances, any day we’re not pushing daisies up from the under side is a gift. But I also know the sense of foreboding that can hover in the background while we try to remain all cheery and positive. That takes Herculean strength some days, doesn’t it?
We have quite a few members with MM so if it does turn out that this is what you’re dealing with you’ll have a legion of friends who can help with more information, encouragement and hope to share with you.
My advice right now is to not visit with Dr Google because sometimes looking online can send you to areas that aren’t even applicable to you and they cause more stress. So let’s wait and see what your hematologist has to say. I hope it’s a favorable meeting for you and that you ‘click’ with your new doctor.
Before you head out the door, make a little list of questions you might want to ask.
I found a Connect discussion that might be helpful for you. It’s called: Your tips on How to Get Off to a Good Start with a New Specialist https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/your-tips-on-how-to-get-off-to-the-best-start-with-a-new-specialist/
Good luck and let me know what you find out, ok? ☺️