confusing systoms

[ap83]

Would like to share some systoms my daughter is having and see where these could be coming from, what underlying issues might be surfacing. a few months ago, she was have jaw pain TMJ, one we seem to have that undercontrol with a retainer she soon developed joint pain in her arms, wrists, ankles, knees (which she has had surgery on twice in the last year), has trouble sleeping and if she sleeps good she is still really tired, she also feels muscle weekness, like it is all she can do at times to hold her head up, she as to lean it back against the couch/chair until she feels she can hold it back up, she also seems to feel more drained of energy during the day in the sunlight, than at night time, i'm so worried, not sure which way to go. she is presently seeing an arthritis doctor.
where should i start, from here

[Bridget A. Hewitt, RN]

Hi and thanks for using the forum.

You don't say how old your daughter is, but I would start with a full physical with her regular doctor (including blood work).  They should test her for Lyme disease as well if you are in an area where this is prevalent.  

If everything checks out with your primary care doctor, I think I would then try a specialist such as a neurologist (if she is younger than 18- a pediatric neurologist if available).   I hope this helps to point you in the right direction.  Good luck.

Bridget

[ap83]

Thanks for the reply, she is 15. I think I will follow up with a Pediatric Neurologist.