Phew!!! It certainly was a busy time but we got through it OK without anything dire happening.
Had the nuclear scan of my parathyroid which didn't give a positive result although on all the films there is a wee purple spot which "could" be an adenoma and suggestion by radiologist that perhaps a ultrasound of my throat may be more definitive. Will have blood test next week re calcium and PTH levels and see the Professor on 27 March when he will I guess decide if further investigation is necessary. Another ongoing saga!!
Then on 7th March the preparation for colonoscopy and endoscopy. The reason for these tests was an apparent iron and ferritin deficiency. I got through the trying day of tablets, a glass of not unpleasant gunk to drink and then a litre of not quite so pleasant gunk to drink. Had strained soup, apple juice, orange jelly, several cups of black tea and a couple of barley sugars. No diabetes meds at all so blood glucose levels somewhat haphazard.
Arrived at the hospital on 8th March at 8a.m. and was in theatre by 9a.m. which was good. Result of colonoscopy was clear which I thought it would be (apart from existing diverticulosis which I knew about years ago). Endoscopy result - biopsies taken of a few minor bits ('polyps" which apparently are not real polyps) just in case and a check for Helicobacter and also coeliac problems as well as apparently it can cause iron deficiency anaemia. Interesting thought! Fortunately I am definitely not anaemic so hoping for negative result there.
Yesterday we voted in our State election and the result was quite a big swing towards the government already in power which I feel was perhaps expected. Neither of us were feeling particularly brilliant yesterday which is perhaps a result of the rather stressful few days. We both had quite high blood glucose readings in the morning which is a sure sign of stress. Apart from going to the polling place we spent a very quiet day and I feel today will be somewhat the same. At our age it takes a while to get back to whatever is considered 'normal' for us.
I won't tell you who we voted for but suffice to say we were both quite content with the result.
Sorry to have bored everyone with all this medical stuff and hopefully I will be able to get back to more interesting blogging from now on but needed to explain what has been happening in our lives which sometimes causes us to be quite dull old folk with nothing exciting to talk about at all.
Just to show how stress can affect us. MOH let Precious out at about 6.30am this morning and CLOSED the back door and she couldn't get back in. When I opened said door at about 9a.m. there were plaintive miaows coming from up on the pergola where she hides (sheltered by the roof) if there are other cats around. After much stroking and petting took place we have been forgiven for her being shut out.
Don't apologise. It is your blog - you write just what you feel like. And, in any event, I am always interested in hearing what is happening in your world.
ReplyDeleteI hope things settle down for you, and you and MOH can relax into your day to day lives, with no more dramas - medical or otherwise.
Poor Precious. I have no doubt that she made it clear that you had treated her badly, but am glad she has forgiven you.
Thanks EC. You are such a kind lady. Easy week this week...physio tomorrow and eye specialist Wednesday so no dramas, thank goodness.
DeletePrecious shared some ham when we had our sandwiches at lunchtime and then slept on my lap for about an hour and then spent half an hour on 'his' lap so we are all friends again. She is one very precious cat. :)
P.S. Have I missed a report from you as to how the SP is faring. Hope all is well in that regard.
Phew! Glad those 10 days are over for you Mimsie - and that there are positive things ahead x
ReplyDeleteThanks PPMJ. When the nurse in the hospital was listing various ops etc., I'd had over the years and checking the list of medications I take she commented "I often think what I perhaps have to look forward to when I grow older". I said to her what I always say "just think of the alternative and you won't mind so much!" At least I am still here to have the odd grizzle. :)
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DeleteTablets to take and two lots of gunk to drink in preparation. Thank you. I have a colonoscopy scheduled for July and now I know what to expect. But I have to get to the hospital by bus. Maybe I should book in and do the gunk drinking there instead of at home?
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear most things are coming back clear for you. I've heard that taking Vitamin C helps your body to better utilise its iron supplies.
It's possible my appointment in July is to take my medical and family history, then give me all the necessary information about booking in etc.
DeleteYou take the tablets and drink the gunk the day before you have the colonoscopy River and I'm not sure going by bus to the hospital is such a good idea. Is there nobody can drive you and you are supposed to have someone with you for the remainder of that day. It's a wonder they didn't give you instructions when they booked you in. Check with either the doctor or the hospital and find out all the facts so you will be well prepared. As for the colonoscopy itself..it's a piece of cake. Hope all goes well in July.
ReplyDeleteI've not heard about vitamen C and iron utilisation. I am taking 10mm of iron medication in liquid form each night which has brought the level up somewhat. Will check about C though.
I've heard about taking vitamin C with iron as well and have started doing that. I'm so glad the 'ten days of misery' are over for you.
ReplyDeleteI really must check that out. I'll also ask my GP when I see him next Tuesday although many doctors don't like talking about alternative medicines. I too am glad those 10 days are done with comparatively good results. Thanks Delores.
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