Information and opinions on health from dansbbgirl at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/237186/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/237186/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/237186/index http://www.healthcentral.com/chronic-pain/c/237186/59188/visit-doc Thu, 12 Feb 2009 08:56:46 -0500 dansbbgirl My second visit with my doctor yesterday went pretty well.  Although he is still concentrating on my Fibromyalgia, we did discuss my arthritis.  He said that getting the fibromyalgia under control was his first priority at this point.  He said treating the arthritis would come in time.  I hope so, because even with taking Tramadol for pain, it doesn't seem to help with my aching bones.  Especially my hands and... http://www.healthcentral.com/chronic-pain/c/237186/59188/visit-doc http://www.healthcentral.com/chronic-pain/c/237186/58363/medication Thu, 05 Feb 2009 07:39:44 -0500 dansbbgirl I recently switched to a new Rheumatologist.  Not because I wasn't pleased with my old doctor.  The switch was merely a practical one.  However, my new doc put me on Lyrica, when my old doc wouldn't due to possible side effects.  I have been having a much easier time of it.  Even with this cold snap we are having in Florida now.  I am very impressed so far of Lyrica and the relief I have gained from taking it. ... http://www.healthcentral.com/chronic-pain/c/237186/58363/medication