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Finally getting over the flu n@
Now all I have left is a bit of a nasty cough/lethargy.

I also finally was referred to a specialist and got to meet her today... she's incredibly kind and attentive and listened to absolutely everything about my health and seems to have a lot of ideas about how to help me. She even ordered a bunch of tests I'd been asking others for for at least a year (without me even mentioning them)!
I am actually pretty hopeful that my quality of life will improve this year, so... wish me luck!