Melinda- I don't know your background, but I do know the right doctor can make the difference! Congrats on finding one who will listen to you and taking your health into your control. Your last paragraph just gave me warm fuzzies. Best of luck for continued health and improvement.
Amanda
2011 Specialized Epic Comp 29er | Specialized Phenom | "Marie Laveau"
2007 Cannondale Synapse Carbon Road | Selle Italia Lady Gel Flow | "Miranda"
You don't have to be great to get started, but you do have to get started to be great. -Lee J. Colan