I've seen more doctors since November 1 than in all of the last 5 years. First I had to get rid of those cataracts. Jeesh, they were bothering me. I spent my days at work tilting my head trying to see around the corners -- or 'curtains' if you will. Now both eyes are done and I have my new eye glass lenses and all is good.
Next up, tomorrow night, I am going for a sleep test. I go out to the hospital at 9 pm and try to sleep. This is going to go well, I'm pretty sure (raising my eyebrow). Usually I don't sleep until 11:30 or midnight. Since I really have zero idea of how this sleep test is going to work, I have my doubts but I'm trying to keep an open mind.
I did go on-line and look around a bit; it may take me an hour just to 'wired'. It may take 60 minutes to get me hooked up to all the sensors.
I don't doubt that if I get to sleep the Sleep Therapist will acknowledge that I snore. I doubt that I may get to sleep at all.
After the sleep test, if we get that all sorted out, I want Dr. Walker to test my thyroid. Since I had my gall bladder out five years ago, my metabolism has slowed down to a crawl. Of course, part of that may be the fact that I sit at my desk for 7 hours and 55 minutes every day at work. As Dr. Walker described it "we get more sedentary every year".
That's about to change! (see retirement posts : )
But a couple of Saturdays ago, Alice and I went to Winterset and met Beth, Kate, K'Lea and Jane. K'Lea and Jane both take thyroid medicine. They described some symptoms that I might share . . . so it won't hurt to have blood work done and check my thyroid. Granny had thyroid problems too. I think Aunt Beth doctors for thyroid.
I am glad we have doctors.
I am glad I don't mind going to doctors.
I do not like having Reasons for going.
Does that make any sense?
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So what symptoms go along with your thyroid?? Also, why did you decide to go to a sleep specialist? Was there a reason behind it other than the snoring? Are you not feeling rested?
I can't wait to find out what they find in your sleep study.
I'm glad you don't mind doctors, too. Now, about that father of ours . . . he's another story.
My sleep study was postponed due to lack of interest. ha ha The Sleep Therapist was a no call/no show. Hospital staff tracked her down when I showed up with my pillow. They found her at home. Initially the Sleep Therapist blamed it on no one telling her. Today she called, apologized and took 'full responsibility'. I am rescheduled for next Monday night. Cross your fingers.
Re the thyroid, Erica. I have just put on weight. I eat less and exercise more but the weight hangs on tight. I have had a few charley horses in my legs recently and my toes cramp and turn under. Jane says that happens to her. They the girls asked me if my voice 'cracks' and I have to octaves to my voice anymore. I like my lower voice . . . but sometimes my higher 'girl' voice takes over : ( I will have my thyroid checked in the spring. I have to the doctor too much lately.
Re the thyroid, Erica. I have just put on weight. I eat less and exercise more but the weight hangs on tight. I have had a few charley horses in my legs recently and my toes cramp and turn under. Jane says that happens to her. They the girls asked me if my voice 'cracks' and I have to octaves to my voice anymore. I like my lower voice . . . but sometimes my higher 'girl' voice takes over : ( I will have my thyroid checked in the spring. I have to the doctor too much lately.
I can't believe she didn't show up!!! Wow! Thanks for the information on the thyroid.
too bad I can't type and spell correctly in these comment boxes : ( I hate it when I misspell a word or worse yet, leave a word out.
Hmmm... she should of lied and said she "slept in." My mom has something with the thyroid, which can cause an array of side effects, including weight.
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