Monday, November 24, 2008
Found a doctor with a plan
I've scored again. I've got myself a squared away, young GI doc. I was very impressed with him. He had more of an interview with me then an exam and built a plan right there. I have to get labs drawn tomorrow to check my thyroid and a few other levels or stuff. I have really no idea of the specific labs he ordered. Next week, I'm going for a CT (with contrast, ew--they swear it tastes good like vanilla) of my belly to see if there's any evidence of diverticulitis or colitis or any -itis that could be causing my issues. If he sees something, he'll treat it with an antibiotic and go from there. Either way, because of the strong family history of colon cancer he ordered me a colonoscopy. Who could ask for a better Christmas gift? (Me! Me!) I feel much better after going. I'm glad the doctor didn't jump the gun but at the same time, I like that he took me seriously. Now, do I hope my luck continues and look for a few other specialists?
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Glad you are happy with the doctor and he is being thorough. The only annoying thing about a colonoscopy is the prep. Otherwise, you don't know that it is even being done. When I had mine I asked when they were going to do it and they told me that they already had. I had been "out" and didn't know it. Good luck!
Wahoo... gotta love good doctors. They are a rare breed these days. Colonoscopy - yuke, that just a "shitty" Christmas present, if you ask me! I'll be in your boots soon because of my genetic pot of mess. Request the Mag. Citrate and pooping pills - way better than the Go-LOTlye. On a nursing note... don't forget to drink lots of water after the CT contrast. That stuff will turn to concrete if not = no pooping for you!!! I'm sure all will go great and all your problems will be solved. Good luck either way.
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