IMO, you are on the right track--asking questions, reading posts here and exploring your options. You may be

I struggled with the grief that came with experiencing a real loss of control over my health. It was such a jolt-- I had never been this sick before. I felt I had lost all the quality my life had previously held and was afraid that it would never come back. It was months before I felt I was climbing out of that dark place. But I eventually did and most of that was accomplished by reading, researching, and listening to what others did on their journey to get well. I'm not in remission, but I am managing reasonably well while waiting for my test results.
You are in the right place for help. I hope tomorrow is the start of the climb to your recovery.
Carol