So, another bad week for my goals. And for me, in general.
Here's what happened. Last weekend, at some point, I noticed a little bump on my face, near one of my injuries from my fall in the spring. I thought it was a zit, thought nothing more about it. Then, next thing I know, there's kind of a patch of these bumps there, and more near the scar by my eye. I've been using this scar gel for the scars there, so I think it must be a reaction to the gel and I stop using the gel right away.
But the bumps don't go away or get better. And they are very, very itchy. So finally, on Wednesday, when they are still not better, not going away and are still itchy, I decide that I should go to the doctor, because I haven't been using the gel for several days at this point. I fully expected the doctor to tell me this is a bad reaction and be given a prescription for a skin cream to clear it up and have that be the end of the story.
Not so much. The doctor sort of freaked out because I apparently have shingles and the patch by my eye could, it seems, cause some real problems. I should have been on antivirals right away, and I shouldn't have been at work, because apparently, this could be a problem if I've been around small kids (which I have) or pregnant women (which I have) or older people. I can't be at work until this clears up. Yay.
So I go to get the antiviral meds, and they cost $150. Yes, that's right. $150. My entire grocery budget. More good news. Ironically, stress can aggravate this condition, and getting the medication to treat the virus has caused more stress than anything else this week. I guess, the upside is that I will save some money on gas by being restricted from work. Downside? The meds haven't helped this clear up very fast, or caused it to not spread. I have a new patch of incredibly itchy bumps. And have I mentioned how itchy this is? It's really itchy. And there is really nothing to do about the itchiness. Nothing at all.
So, it is a long weekend, and I am stuck at home, bored, with an itchy face and absolutely no money, since I spent my entire budget on the meds that don't seem to be helping much. More yay.
So this is what I have been dealing with, and it is causing real problems for me, but today, I was reminded once again that I really do have a lot to be thankful for, and that my problems are not really that serious in the grand scheme. I found out today that another really wonderful person that I used to know really well has passed on. The mother of several of my friends from Milwaukee had battled cancer for some time, and lost the battle last night. She was always very kind to me, always welcomed me at family events, and was so much fun to talk with. Even though I haven't seen her for far too long, this news hit me very hard.
My thoughts are with all of Hazel's family and friends. I know she will be greatly missed.
Here's what happened. Last weekend, at some point, I noticed a little bump on my face, near one of my injuries from my fall in the spring. I thought it was a zit, thought nothing more about it. Then, next thing I know, there's kind of a patch of these bumps there, and more near the scar by my eye. I've been using this scar gel for the scars there, so I think it must be a reaction to the gel and I stop using the gel right away.
But the bumps don't go away or get better. And they are very, very itchy. So finally, on Wednesday, when they are still not better, not going away and are still itchy, I decide that I should go to the doctor, because I haven't been using the gel for several days at this point. I fully expected the doctor to tell me this is a bad reaction and be given a prescription for a skin cream to clear it up and have that be the end of the story.
Not so much. The doctor sort of freaked out because I apparently have shingles and the patch by my eye could, it seems, cause some real problems. I should have been on antivirals right away, and I shouldn't have been at work, because apparently, this could be a problem if I've been around small kids (which I have) or pregnant women (which I have) or older people. I can't be at work until this clears up. Yay.
So I go to get the antiviral meds, and they cost $150. Yes, that's right. $150. My entire grocery budget. More good news. Ironically, stress can aggravate this condition, and getting the medication to treat the virus has caused more stress than anything else this week. I guess, the upside is that I will save some money on gas by being restricted from work. Downside? The meds haven't helped this clear up very fast, or caused it to not spread. I have a new patch of incredibly itchy bumps. And have I mentioned how itchy this is? It's really itchy. And there is really nothing to do about the itchiness. Nothing at all.
So, it is a long weekend, and I am stuck at home, bored, with an itchy face and absolutely no money, since I spent my entire budget on the meds that don't seem to be helping much. More yay.
So this is what I have been dealing with, and it is causing real problems for me, but today, I was reminded once again that I really do have a lot to be thankful for, and that my problems are not really that serious in the grand scheme. I found out today that another really wonderful person that I used to know really well has passed on. The mother of several of my friends from Milwaukee had battled cancer for some time, and lost the battle last night. She was always very kind to me, always welcomed me at family events, and was so much fun to talk with. Even though I haven't seen her for far too long, this news hit me very hard.
My thoughts are with all of Hazel's family and friends. I know she will be greatly missed.
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