....thanks ..I was referred to nephrologist after clinic dr saw blood count; we only have one nephrologist so she is quite busy, third time seeing her today and she said all the blood and urine tests were ok... I should have asked for copies as have no family doctor in case someone want to see in future and cant believe I forgot: however, lucky to see her with our Covid restrictions, patients wear masks etc. She also works at the hospital.
I actually had a mini list of things I wanted to ask her, but there was no time and the issues were not about kidneys but thought I could squeeze some in as she is knowledgeable in other body parts!
So good news for once, am grateful; but still dealing with F.I. and ibs-d and such pain and had a really bad bout this afternoon/evening just from eating vegetable soup instead of plain food last couple of days... and now I am worried about confirming the colonoscopy as I received questionnaire in mail and take it with me the day of the test: but what if there is an answer on the questionnaire that needs sorting out before the anaesthetic and tube insertion, and I read its a bit risky for those over 75.
She said some people actually have it with no anaesthetic by choice! Anyway, I sent an email to the office which has one of five surgeons who sent me form, with my concerns today, not sure if anyone will respond. I have until June 1 to let them know if I want to proceed. Am sure they have plenty of people waiting and this was a quick response which I appreciated, and were I younger and healthier overall would have jumped at the chance to be checked; now I am scared that it will result in another problem to deal with and I am all out of energy to fight the good fight!
Might sound childish or silly but honestly, last 3 yrs have been quite enough for me... wish I was tougher! And again, kudos to those dealing with a lot more than I.
Thanks for your concern... was just saying to an email friend that I wish we had computers and sites like this many years ago when we were young adults and could gather information before taking meds given to us/procedures being done/decisions being made with no information imparted to us.... but it is what it is, or it is what it was: at least we have an opportunity to help ourselves - and possibly others - the best way we can now, thank you.