I had an EMG today. I didn't think it was necessary, but the new neurologist wanted it done. She is questioning my diagnosis. Doesn't matter, evidently, that I had a biopsy done and it confirmed my diagnosis. I also questioned the need of an EMG b/c I'm on all the medications which has decreased the inflammation, etc. So, there wouldn't be evidence of inflammation. But...I spent an hour being poked with needles and being shocked.
The EMG showed evidence of myopathy. Myopathy is characteristic of Polymyositis. Of course, new neurologist doesn't want me to have PM, so she goes on to say that she thinks it is Steroid myopathy. Sure, that is possible. That doesn't mean I don't have PM. So, she says she wants me to have another biopsy done. I think I have to draw the line a surgery. There is no need for it. I know what my diagnosis is...I'm responding to treatment. Yes, I know I need to get off of the Prednisone and my doctor has been working on that.
I returning to Dr. Lowery. I like having a doctor who listens to me and believes what I say about my symptoms.
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Ouch! I remember how painful you said the first biopsy was. I don't blame you for not wanting to do it again. I'm sorry you're not happy with your new doctor. I hope you can get your insurance squared away to somehow cover Dr. Lowery.
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