I Had A Pressing Appointment
@BelleStarr (61047)
United States
August 31, 2018 6:04pm CST
That is a nice way to say that I went for my bi-annual mammogram this afternoon. I have to admit that I dread this exam more than any other even a colonoscopy. Let's face it, you know what is coming and it is going to hurt. The place that I go has the new digital imaging but the way they get the image has not changed.
I did have a nice technician and she was as gentle as she could be but there is only so much that she can do, at the end of the day, they need to press the living daylights out of our breasts. I did ask my doctor about some of the other methods but I guess they are only used for certain things and 10 to 1, Medicare won't cover it.
The good news is, it is over and now I have a two-year reprieve.
Other than that, it has been a quiet day, the weather has cooled off considerably and I decided to make a quick run to the grocery store on the way home. I did get out for less than $100 which is a Labor Day Miracle. lol
The photo is the brownstone quarry in my town which they have turned into a discovery park.
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@CinnamonGrl (7083)
• Santa Fe, New Mexico
31 Aug 18
yes that's one of those things you just get over with. Actually I'm overdue for it, so I shouldn't say that heh heh. Our weather has been good this week too. Supposed to be warmer over the weekend, but 90 instead of 100 so it's not too bad.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
1 Sep 18
I am so happy that I a done with that for a couple years lol. Ugh!!
@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
31 Aug 18
lol Unfortunately I won't get the good news for a few days especially since it is a holiday weekend.
@velvet53 (22528)
• Palisade, Colorado
4 Sep 18
@BelleStarr That does make sense. I do believe that I will change my mind.
@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
4 Sep 18
lol While that is tempting I think the colonoscopy is a bit draining due to the prep and I might not want to do the other at the same time.
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@Juliaacv (48437)
• Canada
31 Aug 18
I am due for mine this year also, but not until November.
I'm glad that you're enjoying cooler weather, ours was short-lived and is heating back up already.
I believe that the high tomorrow will feel like 40C, which is 104 F. Isn't that crazy?
And it won't be a pleasant day as the humidity will be high. Thank goodness for a/c.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
4 Sep 18
We are back in another heat event, the are closing the schools today at 11 am at many places.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
5 Sep 18
@Juliaacv Most schools here don't have AC, Jack's school has aftercare, most of them do so the parents just have to pay for the care.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
5 Sep 18
lol Well I'm 68 so I maybe my next one will be the last, gosh I hope so lol
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
5 Sep 18
I just got the all clear today so I guess it was worth it.
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@JudyEv (325758)
• Rockingham, Australia
5 Sep 18
@BelleStarr Oh that's good. You'll be very relieved I'm sure.
@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
1 Sep 18
Its quite hot here today and this will last for a few days now.
Glad to see you are okay and you got your shopping done.
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@lovinangelsinstead21 (36850)
• Pamplona, Spain
5 Sep 18
@BelleStarr
There can be a few times that I hate shopping too and specially if I don´t feel up to it.
@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
4 Sep 18
Thanks yes I really hate grocery shopping.
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@Mavic123456 (21898)
• Thailand
1 Sep 18
I don't like mamogram I have not experienced it but i don't like right away.
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@Mavic123456 (21898)
• Thailand
5 Sep 18
@BelleStarr yes I know. but i can really feel the pain just thinking about it.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
4 Sep 18
When you get t a certain age it is a necessity
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@bluesa (15023)
• Johannesburg, South Africa
2 Sep 18
I am happy that is done for the next two years for you @BelleStarr . Such a peaceful spot in your photo.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
9 Sep 18
Yes it is a very good use of an old abandoned quarry.
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@just4him (306239)
• Green Bay, Wisconsin
1 Sep 18
That is a miracle no matter what day it is when you can go to the grocery store and come out with less than a $100. I know I'll be going soon and will be thankful if it doesn't go too much over that.
I hate that exam too, but I have to say I hate the other even worse. My doctor brought up that one, but since I've had three of those in the last couple years, I don't need one for a while now. I do need to be squeezed though.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
9 Sep 18
I am hoping I can continue with the every two years on the mammograms but I will follow my doctor's suggestion.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
9 Sep 18
Yes it is a win-win situation, an all clear and hopefully for two years.
@Courtlynn (66921)
• United States
2 Sep 18
Glad you're done with that for awhile.
Im not looking forward to ever doing it.
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
9 Sep 18
No it isn't fun but it is a big relief when we get a green light.
@YrNemo (20261)
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1 Sep 18
A scary time from what I have heard. I have avoided this so far. If it is time for me to go, I will go. (I read some articles which believed that that machine seemed to have caused more cancer to people who shouldn't have it in the first place. I don't know the truth, but I opt for not coming close to it.)
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@BelleStarr (61047)
• United States
8 Sep 18
I will say the technician was very pleasant we laughed and talked and it did take my mind off it a little. I got my call that it's all clear so it is worth it.
