Rheumatologist Release Back To PCP | MyFibroTeam

Connect with others who understand.

sign up Log in
Resources
About MyFibroTeam
Powered By
Real members of MyFibroTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.
Rheumatologist Release Back To PCP
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭

I received my diagnosis last Thursday and my rheumatologist released me back to my PCP. I am disappointed by that because I don't know if my PCP is knowledgeable about fibro. I have not talked with her about it at all. I'm not scheduled to go back to her until May for my physical. Is it normal for your rheumatologist to do that? Should I make an appointment to see PCP sooner. I just started gabapentin and have a question but I feel like I don't have a doctor to ask now. Thoughts?

posted January 26, 2016
•
Be the first to like/hug
A MyFibroTeam Member

My PCP had an " attitude " about Fibro. To quote him : " Women have the same complaints when they are going thru menopause. " HELLO ??? Blew me off. Needless to say, I found a pain specialist. I'm not insinuating your PCP is anything like mine, but I would make an earlier appt with your PCP and get a ' feel ' for how much he/she knows about Fibro at least you'll know. If you are not satisfied, you'll know maybe to look around for someone else. Easier said than done I KNOW ! Best of luck xx

posted January 26, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

If your PCP is like mine you probably are better off-my PCP wanted to have me continue with a med I id not need that was messing up my liver-I gave her my are you insane look. She is a gate way doc-can only send you to someone else -I told one nurse in the group she is no use.

posted February 15, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

It happened that way for me, as well. Here in the U.S. It is common practice to send you back to your GP, who had originally diagnosed me.

posted January 28, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My rheumy sent me back to my pcp also. he specializes in rheumatology so I am in good hands in one office I went to a rheumy for a second opinion.

posted January 27, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

My rheumatologist had me see a neurologist and then they released me back to my primary care. Thankfully my primary care is aware of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibro so she has been awesome at helping me so far. Best of luck!

posted January 26, 2016

Related content

View All
Lyrica
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
What Type Of Doctor Do You Go To?
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Is Coffee (and Creamer) Hurting? Is Sugar Hurting Me? I Have Been A Sugar Addict All My Life!
A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question 💭
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
Lock Icon Your privacy is our priority. By continuing, you accept our Terms of use, and our Health Data and Privacy policies.
Already a Member? Log in