Yep. It's true. When all my labs came back negative from my GP, she referred me to a rheumatologist. My reheumatologist did an exam, more labs, and more xrays. And I have Rheumatoid Arthritis.
I'm thankful to have an answer.
I'm thankful to be able to start treatment to slow the progression of the disease before any real damage is done so the damage can be delayed.
I'm thankful for a quick diagnosis. Sometimes it takes a couple years to diagnose.
I'm thankful that low impact exercise helps loosen my joints.
I'm thankful that this disease will make me slow down and take life at a slower pace.
I am thankful that the medication used to treat this disease most likely won't make me gain weight.
I'm thankful that my broken body will reveal God's glory.
I am thankful for this disease.
