ladyamalthea

Thanks for the prayers everyone. They made themselves very well known when I got there. I was supposed to be seeing a doctor that I didn't know, since I had to get them to squeeze me in at the last minute, which wasn't easy. To my surprise, when the doctor finally did get to me, it was the doctor I normally see when I go over there (not the endocrinologist, but another guy). I was so happy to see him. He's one of the most thoughtful doctors I've met in a long, long time.

He said I don't have pneumonia or anything like that... just a cold that's trying to turn into bronchitis, luckily we have stopped it before it got worse. He had his nurse give me two shots: an antibiotic and a steroid. He also prescribed me cough syrup and an antibiotic, as well as gave me an inhaler to use twice a day for a week or two.

I got to tell him about how concerned I am about my blood pressure, especially since my chest has felt so tight lately, and he went ahead and gave me a prescription for that too, which has me feeling very relieved.

The best part: he didn't get mad at me for dropping the ball on my Lexapro or my metformin, just firmly reminded me that I need to get on the ball. I was so determined to do better when I left there that I went out and bought one of those pill despenser thingies so I could have a place to organize everything (man I feel like an old lady lol).

Thanks again for keeping me strong today. I usually get emotional when I go to a doctor because I hate the shape my body is in, but today I was able to keep it together... and I know your prayers had something to do with it.

He even volunteered me a note to miss work tomorrow. I didn't want to, but if he thinks I need the rest, I'm not going to argue.

The shots must be working, because I feel a little better already. I love you guys!

marle

Thanks for the update and I am glad that you are feeling better. Hugs, Marle

caileesnana

Take the day off and recover! Rest, read a good book and you can be anyone or anywhere you choose!
Glad it wasn't serious,

susan

greeteachday

Glad you are feeling better...Take care of yourself and rest.

Lobo

It's good to hear you are on the mend with your little pill dispenser and all. Take good care hon.

Hugs............Lo

Wascally Wabbit

What a relief! Now you're on the road to recovery!