…for myself, yesterday. I had a mammogram, a dexa test, and a pap smear. I know….two of the most unpleasant tests women have to do, and I did them on the same day. But it went well. I had a radiation tech who really knew her business, and I think she may have taken just six “pictures.” That I’m not sure of the number is a testament to how well she did.
Last year, I went to a different facility, and was roughly pulled around and smashed into position TEN TIMES!! I vowed never to go to that facility again. This time, I was in the same building as my doctor, just steps away from my next test. I think I may write a letter of commendation for the technician, because she did a phenomenal job.
Then, I had a visit with my doc, who did the pap smear. She is incredibly deft. I tend to dread this test because I’ve had doctors who apparently didn’t know their anatomy, but this doctor is very good. I prefer having a woman do the test. I’m sure you know all the reasons. It seems to me that someone who has the same plumbing as I do, responds differently to this test than those who don’t. I’m not guy-bashing. I am just more comfortable having a woman do the test.
The results won’t be in for a bit. The tests have to be read, and then the results shipped to my doctor. Finally, someone from the office has to mail the information to me, so I don’t expect to know the results for a couple of weeks. That’s okay….I can wait.
I’ve scheduled fasting blood tests for both Elegante Mother and myself in June. I’ve been talking with Joy, at The Joy of Six, about weight loss and exercise, and how difficult it is to get yourself into the groove on things that will make your life better. I told her that I may use the coming blood tests as a focal point to try to improve my diet. Perhaps if I have a specific goal that isn’t so overwhelming, I might have more success. We can hope!
And…..I had a tetanus shot! Since I’m playing around in the dirt, and Lord knows what’s in that dirt after getting a new roof put on the house, and adding compost made elsewhere, it seemed like a good idea to get that shot.
Am I ready for summer? I sure hope so. At least I don’t have those tests hanging over my head, and I can get on with things!