I have recently found out that I have late-stage lyme disease. My symtoms are monoarthritis of the knee (I also have antibodies which are markers for Rheumatiod Arthritis), memory loss, headaches, some fatigue, and minor lower back pain that comes and goes.
I know that my symptoms are not very severe at this time, but as soon as I found out what it was and reading the discussions on this website I wanted to find a specialist immediately. So I came on here and posted for doctors in my area.
I received the list from some members, and the nearest on in my area was Dr. H from Waupaca, WI. I called immediately yesterday and spoke with a woman who at first said that he was not accepting new patients, so I asked when he was expecting to start accepting new patients again and she said July.
So I made an appointment for July, she was very short with me and I didn't even get the chance to ask any questions. So today I called again and asked a few questions about what I should do about antibiotics and if she had any recommendations on vitamins. Again she was very short and I didn't feel comfortable asking anymore questions. I then called back to get the prices for appts and was hoping to ask a few more questions, but I got nervous because I didn't want to irritate her.
Its really important for me to see a professional and I hear that he is really great from the people who PMed me, but I am really set back by the short and unhelpful responses I was receiving from the woman.
If anyone could provide me with information about how they feel about Dr. H and his practices I would greatly appreciate it. How does he work with patients? What methods and medications is he using? How long do you expect to go through treatments? Do you have to pay for testing or is that included in his fees? Has anyone seen a full recovery or do you know of anyone who he has treated that has?
mbroderick
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Why don't you try contacting support groups in Wisconsin? They get lots of feedback on docs from their members and may be able to help you.
There's a link on the upper left side of this page. Support Groups are listed by state. If there is a phone number for a contact person, it's better to call than to email them. Posts: 2097 | From PA | Registered: Jan 2004
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Siciliano
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Hi, KW--I sent you a pm.
-------------------- I'm sorry but I am no longer accepting any private messages due to my own battle with lyme. Posts: 3897 | From New Hampshire | Registered: Jun 2008
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