November 9, 2007
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Hieroglyphic Code
The doctor's handwriting has to be just that, some kind of hieroglyphic code! Yeah, just try to read it! I had read that order for the test and it looked like TSH, CBe, CMP, ABC's, one for Micro. Albium, lipid
profile, hBA1C, CXR, Dx Hypoxic, dysime letlungy, DM lype 2, HTW. So, I only knew a couple. But godslily, since she works with that stuff, gave me some insight on what it was, which I'm gonna' copy here. It's interesting, and I don't know how many people read other people's comments. So, here it is:
- TSH = Thyroid stimulating hormone, tests thyroid function.
- CMP = Comprehensive Metabolic Panel
- CBe = well, this might not be what was written since it was in code, LoL!
- ABC was ABG = Arterial Blood Gas (and that hurt!)
- Microalbumin = tests Kidney function (I misspelled this one too)
- Lipid profile = tests for risk for heart disease
- hBA1C = Hemoglobin A1C which shows how well a diabetic is managing their blood sugar in the preceding weeks/months
- CXR was UCXR = urine test (I didn't study for that either)
- Dx Hypoxic = diagnosis is hypoxia (low oxygen)
- And I probably didn't decipher the rest correctly so it's hard to tell what they are, but it included a chest x-ray.
And I am a Type 2 Diabetic. So there you have it. The amazing thing is they have a new type analyzer and they don't require a million tubes of blood; it only required one tube of blood. Also, someone had to come from the respiratory department to do the blood gas test.
The Funny Part
When I went in for them to draw blood, the nurse asked if a supervisor was going to watch. They said yes, so she told me that it would be a moment. I asked if she had ever done this before and I was really afraid of needles. While she was assuring me that she was experienced and competent, the supervisor walked in and asked if I was really afraid of needles. I told her that I was deathly afraid. Another supervisor was in there that I've met before this time and he commented that I couldn't be afraid with the tattoos that I have. I got a chuckle out of it, but I don't think the other supervisor was convinced, nor did she find it funny. Okay, so I told her that it wouldn't bother me... then I leaned my head against the wall, closed my eyes, and said "Go ahead."...That didn't help and she really watched. Hey, why not have a little fun with the people that are sticking needles in your arms and getting blood. I'm the one hurting. Well, that one didn't really hurt. But that blood gas thing did hurt since it went in an artery and not a vein. I asked about what I had read about it, and the guy really explained why it hurts. Cool! I like it when people have time to talk with you, or take the time to explain something. He told me to keep that bandage on for at least 15 minutes since they really get mad at him when someone takes it off too quick, the blood squirts on the wall, and then they got to clean it all up! And since it's a biohazard.... hahahaha!
Cleaned Up
I got my chest-of-drawers cleaned out and organized (threw holey stuff away), and got the closet cleaned along with the air filter and air purifier. It was a good day; lots of things accomplished.
My Surprize
My Professor in the Martial Arts called and asked if I could stop by his house. I did, along with another instructor, and he gave both of us a very nice black jacket with our names and style emblem embroidered on the front, AND the emblem in a large size embroidered on the back. Embroidered now! It is really nice. It was his way of showing appreciation for us. Wow! I'm impressed and it's very nice.
New Meds
The new meds are really working on me and I'm having a hard time with dizziness and being cold. They say I should be adjusted to it by this weekend. I hope so, especially since we might get some snow showers tonight.
A New Friend
I got invited to be a friend with someone on Xanga, but it seems that she might not want a friend as much as she wants exposure for her business. I don't mind that someone wants exposure for their business, but this just doesn't seem the right blog place for it. I don't know!
The FogWalker goes to put on more layers... then maybe some midday oblivion...
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