Hormone test and she wants me to see a what?

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

Well my OBGYN just had me do some blood work. She called and said that it came back slightly abnormal, something about my immune system or something. SHe wants me to go see a Hematologist and a Rheumatologist. ?? I don't get it exactly. I made an appointment with them, but I was wondering? Does anyone have any clue what this means? She said she'd talk with me more after I see these drs. but I am a little confused. Lol

Flamingo86 · February 2014

Ugh, how frustrating. I would be confused too. I would call and ask for more of an explanation of what your blood work means and why they are sending you to those particular specialists. Did you talk to the Dr. directly or a nurse?

nightmare_of_beauty · February 2014

I'm not sure what it means, I agree with Flamingo, call the office back and ask for a better explanation. The specialist are going to know why you're coming to them.

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

I did talk with my Dr, she just said something to due with my immune system. I just thought, seeing a bone dr, is kind of weird, right?? Lol I am actually trying to get a hold of her again, to see whats the deal....

Sewilson33 · February 2014

That's very odd to be recommended to a rheumotologist because of an immune system issue. Coming from someone who has an immune deficiency, that is not the doctor I go to see regarding that issue. I would call back and confirm...

marriedlady1212 · February 2014

Please follow up with us. I would like to hear what she says. I have arthritis, so I see a rheumatologist from time to time. We are TTC but have not been trying long enough for the gyno to be concerned. I wonder what the connection is.

LuckyAngel07 · February 2014

Sewilson33 said:

That's very odd to be recommended to a rheumotologist because of an immune system issue. Coming from someone who has an immune deficiency, that is not the doctor I go to see regarding that issue. I would call back and confirm...

Rheumatologists actually deal with a lot of immunologic issues. Rheumatoid arthritis, for example, is a disease of the immune system.

Cloudy, I'm sorry your Dr. didn't give you a more specific explanation. I'd have at least wanted her to explain WHAT blood result prompted her to refer you to these specialists. Hopefully you don't have to wait too long for your appts and better information.

lfk2013 · February 2014

I'm curious, too, as to why she told you you needed both a hematologist and a rheumatologist, especially if she says it's your immune system. I was only referred to a hematologist after I had several rounds of data showing an elevated white blood cell count. I don't see how a rheumatologist would get involved unless you have an issue with your joints.

Keep us updated. FX that it's nothing.

poppies717 · February 2014

I have no advice, but I'm here to offer virtual hugs and warm thoughts your way.

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

Thanks girls. Ya way strange. I tried calling a few times this morning but wasn't able to get ahold of anyone. I'll have to try again when I get off of work. I will keep you updated. So weird. She said it was slightly abnormal, and nothing to be too worried about but just wants to be safest for when we do get pregnant. Xoxo

ecinereb · February 2014

cloudymeatballs12 said:

I did talk with my Dr, she just said something to due with my immune system. I just thought, seeing a bone dr, is kind of weird, right?? Lol I am actually trying to get a hold of her again, to see whats the deal....

Neither of the specialists you mentioned are bone doctors. A hematologist deals with blood issues and a rheumatologist deals mainly with arthritis like Lucky said but that can also be related to many immune issues.
It's too bad your doctor didn't explain this better to you though.

Hopefully you can get some clarification soon.

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

Well a rheumatologist deals with your bones and joints along with other things along those lines. I do know a hematologist is a blood dr, I figured no worry with that one just since they did do a blood test and something came back abnormal.

I did call, they said when it comes to the rheumatoid factor, that the norm is a 14 I got 17 so she wantd to be cautious. Well, we will see.

lfk2013 · February 2014

cloudymeatballs12 said:

Well a rheumatologist deals with your bones and joints along with other things along those lines. I do know a hematologist is a blood dr, I figured no worry with that one just since they did do a blood test and something came back abnormal. I did call, they said when it comes to the rheumatoid factor, that the norm is a 14 I got 17 so she wantd to be cautious. Well, we will see.

Was this your SED rate (which is what my rheumatologist measures)? That's what shows your body's inflammation level.

MH1006 · February 2014

It's better to explore these things now given your history of miscarriage. Rheumatology referrals aren't just for old folks with arthritis and are increasingly popular given all of the autoimmune disorders out there that we're still learning so much about. Does a rheumatology referral mean you have an autoimmune disorder? No. Does a hematology referral mean you have a clotting disorder? No. You'll worry yourself sick if you try to come up with theories as to why you were referred in the first place. Try not to stress out and pester the OB and appreciate the further exploration, as these things aren't their area of expertise. It could very well be nothing, but you'll sure be thankful if they do find something (and better to look into it pre-pregnancy). What they could find is vast... There's no way of knowing what they're thinking about at this point without seeing your labs, so see the specialists and try not to worry until they give you reason to do so.

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

MH1006 said:

It's better to explore these things now given your history of miscarriage. Rheumatology referrals aren't just for old folks with arthritis and are increasingly popular given all of the autoimmune disorders out there that we're still learning so much about. Does a rheumatology referral mean you have an autoimmune disorder? No. Does a hematology referral mean you have a clotting disorder? No. You'll worry yourself sick if you try to come up with theories as to why you were referred in the first place. Try not to stress out and pester the OB and appreciate the further exploration, as these things aren't their area of expertise. It could very well be nothing, but you'll sure be thankful if they do find something (and better to look into it pre-pregnancy). What they could find is vast... There's no way of knowing what they're thinking about at this point without seeing your labs, so see the specialists and try not to worry until they give you reason to do so.

Exactly. Best to be safe and know what we are working with, if anything. I go tomorrow to see the rheumatologist, so we should see what is going on. FX its nothing and if it is something we will work with it and do what we need to do. I really think she is just being cautious so I love her for that. I'll keep you girls informed

xo

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

lfk2013 said:

cloudymeatballs12 said:

Well a rheumatologist deals with your bones and joints along with other things along those lines. I do know a hematologist is a blood dr, I figured no worry with that one just since they did do a blood test and something came back abnormal. I did call, they said when it comes to the rheumatoid factor, that the norm is a 14 I got 17 so she wantd to be cautious. Well, we will see.

Was this your SED rate (which is what my rheumatologist measures)? That's what shows your body's inflammation level.

That I am not really sure of. She just said my level was just above normal. Not sure what level or rate she was exactly talking about. I go tomorrow, so hopefully I will know a bit more then.

cloudymeatballs12 · February 2014

Well I went to the rheumatologist today. He really didn't seem to worried/concerned. He had me do a little lab work, but said I shouldn't have anything to worry about. I should be a okay. If anything, he said that I would just be considered a high risk pregnancy, and I already am, so hey ho...

nothing new there.

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