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Did I run over someone in a past life?
I think I am paying for some past life crime or something. I have been feeling unwell for the past week and even ended up in emergency again after my GP examined me last Thursday as she thought my right lung was 'quiet', supposedly should be noisy when listened to through a stethoscope, and I had a mild temp as well. I find it's sometimes hard to tell with temperature because of the damn hot flushes. So off we went to emergency (we can just about point the car and let it drive itself). Apparently I fainted in the waiting area which scared the hell out of my husband but we got into the treatment area quick smart, a bit of a perk :). The treating Doctor also thought my lung was 'quiet' so I had more tests - bloods, chest X-ray, CT scan and urine test. We were there for hours. Soooooo boring! Fortunately, most of the tests were okay apart from one small blood clot which appears to be blocking an artery in my upper right lung. According to the Doc, it is concerning but not overly so and they let me go home. I was told I'd be a little short of breath especially if I overdid things and to be careful. If I notice I am having more difficulties breathing, he said to get down to emergency. Well that's stating the obvious isn't it.
To top all this off, today I phoned my GP as directed by the hospital to check on the urine test results and what do you know, I have a UTI and am now on antibiotics. I don't have any burning sensation just a frequent urge to go but my GP said the infection might be an upper UTI which apparently doesn't have that symptom. She said we might have to have some tests on my kidneys.
Well at least I now know why I'm so tired and lethargic. A result of yet another infection. I may need to have an exorcism performed soon LOL
Love
Janey xxx
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- Yes Louie. Good to have it all planned. Happy but also a bit nervous. Bring on Dec 4th...I think ;)
- Good and bad news today. Not too bad though. The good news is I don't have to have tests on my kidneys. My Onc told me today she doesn't believe I have a problem as I don't present with any of the 'normal' symptoms to indicated kidney damage and the antibiotics are kicking in and seem to be doing the trick. We will keep an eye on it though. The bad news came when I then went to see the Haematologist next. I was hoping to be put on a tablet form of Clexane instead of having twice daily injections which have left my poor thighs black and blue and I'm literally running out of spots to put the needle next (not a fan of needles in the buttocks thank you very much). Sadly I will need to continue having injections for another six months at least, Doc says she isn't keen on the tablet form as not enough is known about what it could adversely effect when it comes to all my other treatments. But I will only need one needle a day which is something. Another shock is that I may have to continue blood thinning meds for the rest of my life. I hate needles!!!!!! Arrrrrrr. Although in the future I may be able to switch to warfarin. Had twelve vials of blood taken for testing to see if I'm predisposed to DVTs (and other assorted tests) and if we need to decide on the lifetime supply. I really hope my veins aren't packing it in after all the time as the path nurse had a lot of trouble finding a functioning vein in my right arm and had to swap to the left. Consequently my right arm is now well bruised and the left one bled look the proverbial stuck pig due to the thinners. I was walking to my car when I felt my arm was wet and blood was running down my arm. I hastily retreated back to pathology and had to sit there for another 15 minutes before the bleeding stopped. That's scary! It's brought home how careful I'll need to be. Oh well things could be a lot worse I know and I can count myself lucky in that. I'm not doing too badly compared to some of our pink sisters so I'm thinking of all of you right now and sending hugs. Lots of love Janey xxx
- Good and bad news today. Not too bad though. The good news is I don't have to have tests on my kidneys. My Onc told me today she doesn't believe I have a problem as I don't present with any of the 'normal' symptoms to indicated kidney damage and the antibiotics are kicking in and seem to be doing the trick. We will keep an eye on it though. The bad news came when I then went to see the Haematologist next. I was hoping to be put on a tablet form of Clexane instead of having twice daily injections which have left my poor thighs black and blue and I'm literally running out of spots to put the needle next (not a fan of needles in the buttocks thank you very much). Sadly I will need to continue having injections for another six months at least, Doc says she isn't keen on the tablet form as not enough is known about what it could adversely effect when it comes to all my other treatments. But I will only need one needle a day which is something. Another shock is that I may have to continue blood thinning meds for the rest of my life. I hate needles!!!!!! Arrrrrrr. Although in the future I may be able to switch to warfarin. Had twelve vials of blood taken for testing to see if I'm predisposed to DVTs (and other assorted tests) and if we need to decide on the lifetime supply. I really hope my veins aren't packing it in after all the time as the path nurse had a lot of trouble finding a functioning vein in my right arm and had to swap to the left. Consequently my right arm is now well bruised and the left one bled look the proverbial stuck pig due to the thinners. I was walking to my car when I felt my arm was wet and blood was running down my arm. I hastily retreated back to pathology and had to sit there for another 15 minutes before the bleeding stopped. That's scary! It's brought home how careful I'll need to be. Oh well things could be a lot worse I know and I can count myself lucky in that. I'm not doing too badly compared to some of our pink sisters so I'm thinking of all of you right now and sending hugs. Lots of love Janey xxx
Hey Paula, that is great news. XXX
- Yes. I am going with my original plastic surgeon in Cairns but he is flying a PS friend of his up from Brisbane to assist as he said doubles are such a big op and very tiring on his own. So much microsurgery. I am happy with that. Two PS instead of one. Take care. Paula :)
- Hi Viv, I have heard that cranberries are good for UTIs. I've made a note to ask the Haematologist about this on Friday when I see her as I have read somewhere that if taking warfarin, you shouldn't have cranberries. I'm not on warfarin but Clexane is a blood thinner so I'll check first. Thanks for suggesting it though. I'm willing to try anything at this point. Love Janey xxx
- The good news according to the St Vs doctor was that I am on the right medication to treat all the blood clots. I have an appointment to see a haematologist this Friday so I will find out more then. Thanks for thinking of me. Love Janey xxx
- The young Italian doctor on duty at St Vs was very good looking so you've guessed my secret. Just can't stay away LOL. Love Janey xxx
- Just by posting your comment you have made me feel better so thank you. I am taking care of myself and not pushing too hard. Love Janey xxx
- Love your double Dutch. :) Wish I could be at the Perth Ladies Xmas get together. But maybe one day I'll get over there. Love Janey xxx
