So I went to the doctor's today

[labellementeuse]

I guess most of you remember that I've had issues with my platelet count lately. It was treated with steroids and looking really hopeful, way up in the normal range, around about 175 (normal is 150-400 or so). Last month I went off steroids and I went in for a final checkup and blood test today. I had my blood test around 9, and then waited from 9.15 to 11.15 to get called. >.> My appointment was for 9.45, so I was early, but still. Anyhow, the doctor was absolutely lovely and very professional...

... and my count's dropped down to 84. :-/ This is not a serious problem healthwise but it's probably a sign that it's going to continue dropping so guess what? I'm back on steroids. I have to go in for another test next week, as well, which means time off university. I just feel so dispirited because it's all so dumb- I've been feeling totally crappy for the last few weeks, as well, generally miserable, tired, crying all the time, bitchy, unstable, agressive, even manic. *sigh* I guess that could be a reason why. I also haven't had my period since early february, which I forgot to tell doctor about. *kicks things* I've worked for six days straight, I'm not eating properly because I'm working evening shifts like 3-11, which means I don't eat a proper dinner because I don't have time to cook and there's no-one at home; also, it's freezing and I haven't got a heater. I really needed to be able to go to the mall and treat myself to something, but all I could afford was my prescription and some soap.

At least I got nice soap. :-/

ALSO I just remembered I didn't hang out the washing and it's gotten all gray and will probably RAIN which means drier except half the stuff won't go in drier on account of being wool or delicate. SUCKTASTIC.

*sigh* Anyway. Sorry to unburden all over y'all. If I owe you comments or replies or anything, I'll try to get around to them before work but can't guarantee it; feel free to harass.

Comments

[shoeless-girl.livejournal.com]

Oh sweetheart, that's so disheartening - I'm so sorry :(

Do you have to work so many days to pay rent? Could you perhaps cut down your hours a little so you don't get so exhausted?

*massive, huge hugs*

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugs back muchly*

I'm only working extra hours this week, because it's the holidays- I don't need the money for rent, but for everything else, like, well, soap. Also because my boss is totally desperate for people and I can't say no. I have tomorrow and friday off, though, so that should be better. *hugs s'more*

[cactus-cat.livejournal.com]

*huge hugs* You poor thing! =( I hope things get better soon.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugsback* Me, too! Thanks, hon. :)

[chattycheese.livejournal.com]

*humongous uber mondo huggles of doom*

Oh! Gosh, I havent replied to the beta yet. ZOMG SO SORRY. I will get that to you...tomorrow, post-haste, and post calculus test. Many, many apologies.

I really, really hope that you feel better soon!

PS- what kind of soap?

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*huggles back*

It's okay, I know you're busy right now, what with it being senior year and that kind of thing. :) You're off the hook, anytime is fine.

Me, too! *hearts you*

this kind of soap (http://www.stives.com/products/bw/01_bw_a.cfm). It has its flaws but it smells reallllly nice.

[chattycheese.livejournal.com]

*hearts back*

eee! That stuff is my mainstay. The scent makes me feel all happy. And, did you know, that that stuff takes Sharpie off skin like magic? It's like *poof* no more vast amounts of very permanant marker.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

I know! I can't decide if it actually smells like apricot or something else, but I just don't care. Mmmm.

[crankyspank.livejournal.com]

Good luck and feel better. 2006 seems to be a sucky year for almost everyone, but I have faith it will get better for both of us. Just take care of yourself!

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugs* thank you. I hope 2006 goes better for you, also. Hey, it's only April, right?

[sennical.livejournal.com]

You can't win, can you? I'm sorry. It'll get better at some point (hopefully sooner than later. Crossing fingers.)

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

I will, eventually! I hope. :-/

[derrick-reeves.livejournal.com]

There's hundreds of platitudes to choose from, but I think I'll just settle for saying that I'm sorry that things are getting you down at the moment.

Oh, and I think you can probably get away with venting on your LJ, particularly when it's behind a cut. ;-)

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugs* thank you. Every platitude counts, really. :) And on the plus side, I got an A+ for that essay, amusingly.

[derrick-reeves.livejournal.com]

Congratulations. :-) I have noticed that my estimates are only really accurate for mean markers. (I did submit an essay last year that I was pretty sure would fail, but got back an A+ instead...)

[eavanmoore.livejournal.com]

:-( That is unfortunate and I am genuinely sorry that life is hard for you right now.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

Thank you for your thoughts. :)

[skadi.livejournal.com]

I'm sowwy. Bad health news is just about the most disheartening thing ever. I hope this all works out.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugs* thank you! I'm confident it will come out in the wash long-term... getting there may be difficult. Oh well. :)

[miriamus.livejournal.com]

*big huggles* I hope it works out... *hugs more*

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*huggles back tonnes* Thanks, sweetie.

[miriamus.livejournal.com]

Will you still be at Choir and sutff?

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

Of course. I'm not sick-sick, just on drugs >.>

[miriamus.livejournal.com]

Kewl. Hope they don't do nasty things to you :(

[claystarling.livejournal.com]

I love that icon. :)

[cabaiste84.livejournal.com]

Man, being sick and feeling like ass emotionally sucks.
And work sucks.
And being broke sucks.
And forgetting to hang out your washing when it's about to rain sucks. So done that a few too many times...:(

Sorry to hear that things aren't so brilliant, hun...totally know what it's like when everything tends to slam up against you at once. The only thing I can suggest is be kind to yourself, and treat yourself to the simple things- like eating ice cream and watching all your fave DVDs over and over again, or listening to happy music, or writing poetry, or taking long hot showers, or window shopping. Just to take your mind off it all.

Hope everything calms down soon. You'll be in my prayers. *hugs*

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

Aw, thanks. :) And the suggestions are great... I may just utilise one or two in between cleaning today. *hugs*

Waahey, Pity Party!

[disturbed-kiwi.livejournal.com]

Sorry to hear about strife. Would settling in with a good book help (or a CD of new music, once I get an address)?

Re: Waahey, Pity Party!

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

I'm planning that for this evening, actually. *hugs* Ahd I'll get you that address asap! Sorry about delay.

[dragonwire.livejournal.com]

Nrr, you poor dear. *huggles* Wish I could take you out to tea or something. Which I would, did I not live on the other side of the world.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*huggles back* Aw, thanks. :) I'll try to get my mother to take me out instead while she's down here, although I suspect it wouldn't be quite the same. ;)

[melata-fic.livejournal.com]

*hugs* I'd wondered if you were okay, since I didn't hear from you for a bit.

And I know all about the miserable stuff. It can't help that the weather's been so crappy lately.

Anything I can do to help?

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugsback* I'm just hoping the weather stays fine enough for me to wash my clothes. >.> I usually like rain but it's so cold!

:) Thanks.

[melata-fic.livejournal.com]

The rain makes things colder. And likewise, as I've got some sheets that have been outside for a while now.

[megaffe.livejournal.com]

lots of hugs. Take care. Are you round this avo/evening? - I'll give you a call.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

Thanks, Meggie- I'm so glad you called. *hugs*

[bad-mushroom.livejournal.com]

Oh my dear. I'm so sorry. Treat yourself to lots of good health food--brown rice! Goat cheese! Spinach, especially on pita bread with feta! Tofu! Yum--and read a good book. All will be well in the end.

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*hugs you* Thank you so much. :) I will endeavour to eat as healthily as my budget allows, believe me. Hmm, brown rice...

[bad-mushroom.livejournal.com]

Much luck and love :)

[kitsunerei88]

*huggles*

[labellementeuse.livejournal.com]

*huggles back*