LOSTONE Posted July 21, 2014 Posted July 21, 2014 This week is ‘medical week for me. Well, it actually started last Thursday. I have medical appointments all week long for one thing or another. More ro less for basic routine check ups on things, but also for a few new concerns. This kind of gots me a little concern given the double lung cancer scare last year at this time. My appointments should conclude this Friday if all works out good. Today was blood work day. Lots of little tubes of my blood taken from my arms ( both arms ) with this shiny mental ‘sharp’ pokey needle. I hate needles, lol. Not too worried. It all needs to be done, but I am just not a big fan of being poked.
Garden Girl Posted July 21, 2014 Posted July 21, 2014 Today was blood work for me too... I go every three months. I'm such a wimp I always make the phlebotomist talk to me as they're poking me with the needle...Now I have to test my blood glucose twice daily... I poke my fingers and they sometimes get a little sore, but I can alternate among them. I hope all turns out well for you, Lostone... prayers. GG
Rain Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 I hope it all goes well. Not a fan of being poked either. Got it done this morning.
Guest Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 Today was blood work for me too... I go every three months. I'm such a wimp I always make the phlebotomist talk to me as they're poking me with the needle...Now I have to test my blood glucose twice daily... I poke my fingers and they sometimes get a little sore, but I can alternate among them. I hope all turns out well for you, Lostone... prayers. GGI know what that is like...check blood sugar twice a day and shots every night.
Buzzard Posted July 22, 2014 Posted July 22, 2014 Resisting the temptation to get into a game of medical "can-you-top-this?". 1
LOSTONE Posted July 23, 2014 Author Posted July 23, 2014 Thank you everyone for your posts. Your sharing and supporting. I really hope all of you are not facing or dealing with any life critical health issues. Been there and it’s horrible, so my best to all that health is a blessing, not another struggle.I am very much still busy with my health issues. I am in my early 40’s so it’s a proper time to keep regular health check ups. There are a few concerning issues that have popped up, but nothing I see to justify any real concerns. I should end this week with an overall good note on my health.My very best to all. Blessings on your own health and thank you. 8P
Calm Posted July 23, 2014 Posted July 23, 2014 (edited) You should be as proactive in your health as early as you can be. It is good you are not ignoring it. Too many of your age put it off because they can manage just fine 'for now'....they choose to worry about it when they have to and it ends up being worse than it needed to be.I was misdiagnosed for decades and made worse with drugs that aggravated my disorder. I blame myself more than the doctors because I didn't insist they listen to me and I was willing to put up with half measures because I wanted so badly to function. With the Internet allowing for self education these days, I would never have gotten in that situation...but one has to be willing to take the time and make an effort to do the research (helps to connect with a good support group which has lots of members working on staying informed). You also have to be brave about sticking up for yourself to the doctor, but tread carefully as well if there are questionable drugs involved as the abuses have made life very difficult for those with legitimate need. Edited July 23, 2014 by calmoriah
Calm Posted July 23, 2014 Posted July 23, 2014 Speaking of medical stufff...We just got a call from Costco about possibly contaminated nectarines...right after I had eaten one.Luckily it was not the right (wrong is more like it) batch. Just gotten home from the store, impressed by technology, frustrated it wasn't caught a half hour earlier while he was in the store so that moment of fear didn't happen.
Garden Girl Posted July 23, 2014 Posted July 23, 2014 Resisting the temptation to get into a game of medical "can-you-top-this?". Buzzard...I hope you're kidding... I like to give encouragment when a poster has an issue, health or otherwise... I like to gain info... Calmoriah is a wonder with health info and i've learned a lot from her... GG
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