I came to the Community Blood Lab this morning and I had been told on the phone that I could walk in, but they actually preferred that people phone for appointments. Anyway, they let me in and took my form. The place was somewhat busy, but everyone was masked and distanced appropriately. After waiting for a while, I was called in and the tech was very quick at finding a vein and drawing five vials of blood. The labwork should be back Monday and then I'll know if anything is actually up.
Friday, 15 January 2021
Trip to Richmond Road Diagnostic and Treatment Centre in Calgary - January 14, 2021
The appointment was set for 8 a.m., so I woke at 6:45 a.m. and was at the building itself shortly after 7:30 a.m.. There were COVID screeners just inside the building and I quickly passed the screening before making my way upstairs to the appropriate area. I first met with a nurse and got my blood pressure and weight taken. I also admitted I was nervous about the physical because I had never had a pelvic while conscious or felt it. For my procedures, I was either unconscious or had a spinal block. The nurse was understanding and I got to talk with Dr. Robert first before anything was actually done. The physiotherapist was also there and the two of them felt different parts of my body before they had me lie down so that Dr. Robert could do the pelvic. It was a painful process that make me feel like my insides were being gutted and she ultimately determined that the endometriosis was under control, but that my muscles were tight. Dr. Robert also ordered some bloodwork, though, to make sure she didn't miss anything. I also got a referral to a psychologist to discuss my pain and a kinesiologist and on top of all that, I got a perscription for a new medication to help with pain. A 4th medication...at 33 years old. I am turning into a walking pharmacy and I have just barely touched middle age. How horrifying.
After that appointment was done, I went and saw the kinesiologist. She was very nice and taught me some exercises related to posture and breathing and also told me to do more walking for smaller intervals throughout the week.
Wednesday, 13 January 2021
Reflections - January 13, 2021
Seeking any sort of medical treatment, let alone constant medical treatment, during COVID is really burdensome. I never thought I'd have to utilize the medical system so heavily during a global pandemic, but here I am. I guess this is part of the refinement plan God has for me. I just have to trust in the plan God has for me and keep pushing forward to deal with what is and what may yet come in terms of my health journey. God will be with me every step of the way and I know that he will make my burdens bearable.
Another shot, another medication - December 30, 2020
I got in to the actual appointment rather quickly and Dr. Topping gave me my shot and then put me back on the Estradot to help with the hot flashes. We also discussed the appointments on January 14th.
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