Can You Say Pincushion?

Hello again!

Today was finally date for my CT scan. So thankful to a friend who was my chauffeur today. I was not doing OK enough before or after my test to drive. So grateful to those who drive me to my appts.

We arrived early hoping to give the techs enough time to get my IV line in. We ended up needing that extra time and more! It took 3 techs, 6 pokes, and 1 hour to finally get the IV line in and running clean (saline has a odd taste)

For all their work, it literally took 5 minutes for the actual imaging to be completed. I had forgotten how the iodine contrast works, felt like someone put a hot, heavy weight against my throat and on top of my chest. I had to physically and consciously make myself breathe. Probably a really good thing the imaging was only a few minutes, and I can totally get why people throw up. It was not a good sensation.

My tech was really patient as I needed to just sit for a few minutes when I was done. I was shaky and still having a hard time breathing. She was nice as she regaled me with her crazy cat stories. When I was finished she said "Well, my pincushion friend, you are all done!" - Thank goodness!

I finally got the call to get my MRI x 2 scheduled. Dr ordered lots more specific stuff this time. Thankfully they can do both tests back to back. Will make for a long day. Will be thankful to get it out of the way and hopefully know how to move forward.

I was happy to do some good today in the midst of the craziness. Several people have helped us again recently, including on call pediatrician. It felt good to do something to say thanx to them.

OK. That is all for today. I have an appt on Tues. Will report again then.