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I survived!

I had my blood test and am so proud of myself, I was extremely nervous but went in and tried to relax and distract myself. I didn’t pass out or throw up which is always a massive plus for me and after that I treated myself to a smoothie which was delicious.

It’s strange because I had kind of written the day off because I assumed I was going to come back feeling really shit but I felt ok, just a bit worn out from the anxiety so I chilled for a little while and watched Mr Beast, Mr Bro and Sortedfood videos on the ol’ Youtube and then had a little nap with my dog.

And now I’m up and trying to tidy up a little and get some bits sorted. I have so much housework to do but the sun is shining and it is beautiful outside so I might potter about outside for a bit and then get on with cleaning.

I have a book review I want to write today or tomorrow and also hoping to do a cheeky little stream tonight or in the morning.

Anyway, hope you are all having a lovely day or night wherever you are. Look after yourselves, stay hydrated and do good things!

❤

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Blood Test

This morning I have a blood test… well for of the bloody (lol) things. I’m so nervous! I have been fasting and already feel a little wobbly, lightheaded and faint so I am really hoping that I won’t pass out or throw up. Todays tests are checking for coeliac disease, glucose, bone protein and various other things.

I have the day booked off work as I know how I am after a blood test. Usually a massive drama queen but especcially as I’m fasting I’m worried about how I’ll feel after.

Anyway, wish me luck!

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Hypothyroidism

So I finally got a kind of diagnosis, it’s been a long time coming. So my diagnosis so far is hypothyroidism and prediabetes. Although my doctor only decided to inform me of the hypothyroidism and nothing else. He also told me ‘Don’t bother Googling it’ which obviously I did. He also doesn’t seem to realise that I have access to my blood results, doctors notes, etc etc so I can see the rest. He said that my symptoms are caused by anxiety and not the thyroid issues… even though all my symptoms including anxiety can be caused my hypothyroidism and/or prediabetes.

So what next you might be wondering? … Well I have an ECG next week to check if I have any heart problems but other than that he said ‘We’ll do a blood test in 12 weeks.’ So here I am, barely functioning with no medical help.

I have been cutting out foods that are bad for the thyroid and eating foods that help it and also the same with food recommended for people with prediabetes. Last week I felt a lot better but this week I am a mess. I haven’t made it to work at all this week so moneywise that is a huge issue. But I am so tired it hurts to be awake, I have brain fog, aches and pains, stomach pain, I feel like I’m being strangled and the dizzy spells are really bad.

So I’m trying to get well enough to be able to function but it’s impossible this week. Also I’m trying to help educate my son, do the house work, and get everything done. I just can’t deal with it. I just want to curl up in a ball and sleep until I feel better. I can’t manage it and I certainly can’t cope.

But I have to.

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Health

I suppose my health has always been a concern of mine, but in recent years it has taken a huge downward spiral. I am trying to work on my mental health with my high daily dosage of Venlafaxine, a healthy…ish diet and exercise (ok I bought a yoga mat, resistance bands and a fitness tracker which is a start) and physically… well back to the yoga mat and so on.

What has been concerning me of late is my physical health. I have extreme fatigue, dizzy spells, heart palpitations, weird tingling in my legs coupled with a feeling that I am not fully in control of my limbs and I have strange body spasms in my sleep.

Now I am the first to tell people to see a doctor, get blood tests, call 111, look after your health and all that boring sensible stuff. But when it comes to me and my health I am a nightmare. I like to take the approach of… well soon enough it’ll go away. And although admitting that I am sometimes wrong is … well pretty much unheard of. I have to admit that with this, I have been completely and utterly wrong and I should of seen a doctor sooner.

The main reason for me disliking to see the doctor is normally I come away feeling disheartened, unheard and frustrated but this time the doctor actually listened to me. She signed me off of work for the week minimum and sorted out a blood test for the first stage of getting this investigated. And depending on what the results are there will be more tests or treatment.

Despite my nerves around blood and needles I bravely (not so much bravely but I did it anyway) went to the hospital to have my blood drawn and hopefully soon enough we’ll get some answers.

Until then, I will be mostly found reading, listening to audiobooks, debating starting yoga and playing video games. As I have been told to rest and take it easy. Although homeschooling a six year old isn’t the most relaxing task but what can one do. Also I am probably going back to work tomorrow as this girl needs to get paid!

I’ll keep you all updated.

Until next time, stay safe ❤

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