Thanks for checking back.
This morning I had my pain management appointment. A few things of note from this appointment.
First, I was incorrect in my assumptions about the 2 diagnostic procedures that I had. They were not for the Left side and then the Right side. They were both for the right side. I have to have 2 diagnostic on each side. I will be contacted to schedule the first of those.
Second, the RFA I did have is considered a success so no more diagnostic procedures required. If & when my nerve regenerates, I can automatically get the RFA scheduled without them.
The N.P also noticed me when I walked in & immediately recognized my weight loss. She was extremely happy for me that I am walking --which is all I wanted.
I am down about 30-35#s. I've plateaued. I've lost maybe 2#s in 3 weeks. That is all on me. I have been eating a bit more "richer" foods. My BC is staying within range, but I'm not doing enough to continue with the quicker weight loss.
I would have been seeing my primary next week, but she's out for an unknown time period. I don't think that will stop me from being able to get labs put in for my bloodwork, but I do want to see her about some things.
Rich is concerned, and frankly I am as well, about a large "lump/bump" on my left back near my shoulder blade. It hasn't shrunk & it is tender when pushed on. It's been there for about 3 weeks now. I will have it looked at next week by the NP to determine who I should see (Dermatology?) about what it is.
Walking--still walking a minimum of 3 days a week. yesterday I actually had 2 walks. One after dropping my car off at the shop and walking home. Then the next on the way back to pick my car up.
With my trip to TN in 1.5 weeks, I took it in to get an inspection & tune up. That cost me big. Next I need to take it back in on Thur for $1500 more work. YIKES. Considering I haven't had any major work on it in years (besides a battery & cosmetic work) you figure that's $500/yr of work.
He did indicate I will need rear brakes when I get back from TN. UGH.
Unfortunately this is cheaper than a monthly car payment for 5 years. Still ....
Overall the only health issue i have had lately is my sleep. I have been waking exhausted. I haven't had this happen in ages.
Otherwise--doing well.... Blood pressure has been down. BG has been within normal range. Weight down. In fact, today I wore a jacket that I had not been able to comfortably wear for the past few years!!!
Yay
