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A Dizzying Array of Doctors Appointments

A look at just a few of Naomi’s latest medical appointments – from treatments for long COVID to cardiology and neurology – all with the goal of reducing the chronic pain, muscle spasms and now, offering relief from post-COVID symptoms.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyJanuary 16, 2022Posted inSymptoms & TestingTags:chronic pain, long covid, muscle spasms4 Comments on A Dizzying Array of Doctors Appointments

Neuroimmunology – Tests & Discoveries

New diagnoses (a few) thanks to the in-depth, brilliant work of a neuroimmunologist and I’m devoting several weeks to healing and pain management.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyJune 6, 2021Posted inSymptoms & TestingLeave a comment on Neuroimmunology – Tests & Discoveries

And Then Came COVID

Trying to keep our small business afloat, our team employed and family fed through the COVID lock-down, when I received the dreaded diagnosis that I had COVID-19.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyJune 2, 2021June 2, 2021Posted inSymptoms & TestingLeave a comment on And Then Came COVID

Back To Square One

A huge step back in my medical journey as doubt is raised about my diagnosis and I continue my search for answers – starting with a muscle biopsy.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyMay 16, 2021May 24, 2021Posted inSymptoms & Testing1 Comment on Back To Square One

Hospitalized With A Tummy Bug

From hope to agony when I’m hospitalized with a stomach virus – for five days. It’s such a disappointing set-back to realize my continued vulnerability that I go kind of radio silent in sharing my story.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyMay 16, 2021May 24, 2021Posted inSymptoms & Testing1 Comment on Hospitalized With A Tummy Bug

My Mayo Clinic Experience

My experience with neurological and pulmonary tests at the Mayo Clinic to try to confirm or discover my diagnosis.

Posted byNaomi BinkleyMay 15, 2021May 24, 2021Posted inSymptoms & TestingLeave a comment on My Mayo Clinic Experience

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Naomi Binkley On Life With Chronic Pain

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