I Have a Doctor's Appointment on April 23rd
By Kharla Jolly
@kobesbuddy (75235)
East Tawas, Michigan
February 20, 2024 1:40pm CST
This morning I called my doctor's office to make an appointment. I'm due for a six months evaluation, to find out if my numbers have improved in any way.
Tawn wasn't happy with a few numbers, the last time they did my blood work. She put me on extra large doses of vitamin-D2 and D3 for a vitamin deficiency. Also, I have osteoporosis, so I'm on a calcium supplement, too.
My cholesterol was a little high, so I've cut way back on red meat, butter and fried foods. I started eating a variety of beans, fresh vegetables and almonds. Hopefully, these changes will make a difference.
It's a real challenge following a healthier diet and looking forward to more acceptable numbers next time around. As we get older, it's obvious that our nutritional needs change.
Photo: Take by my son Chad, a few months ago.
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@Happy2BeMe (99386)
• Canada
20 Feb
Nice picture. Yes as we get older we just can't eat the same foods that we use to without having problems. Hope your numbers will improve this time around.
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
20 Feb
Thanks, Laurel:) My son collects antique train cars. That was the caboose, of course
Here's another photo that he shared with me.
Here's another photo that he shared with me.1 person likes this
@Happy2BeMe (99386)
• Canada
20 Feb
@kobesbuddy Very nice. Such a interesting hobby.
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
20 Feb
@Happy2BeMe Chad's wife collects various antiques, too. They can be very expensive!
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@LadyDuck (460878)
• Switzerland
21 Feb
@kobesbuddy I also love oatmeal and I add some walnuts because those also are good to lower cholesterol.
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@LadyDuck (460878)
• Switzerland
22 Feb
@kobesbuddy It is an excellent breakfast, but also a good meal.
@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Feb
@LadyDuck And whenever I fix oatmeal I add chopped nuts and raisins. Yummy!
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@Tina30219 (81550)
• Onaway, Michigan
20 Feb
I hope you get a good report when you go to your doctor appointment.
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
20 Feb
I'm expecting to see some improvement, hopefully with all three numbers:)
@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Feb
I get an IV once a year, for osteoporosis. I guess it rebuilds bone mass, which sounds pretty good!
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Feb
My taste buds have adjusted, surprisingly well:) I no longer crave junk food, as I did before! lol
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@Ronrybs (17955)
• London, England
21 Feb
@kobesbuddy I only get a craving now and again, usually it is for crisps
@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Feb
I have blood drawn every six months, to find out if I've developed any health issues. They found osteoporosis the last time, so now I'm treated for bone thinning.
@kareng (55704)
• United States
21 Feb
Good luck with your numbers! We have cut back on red meat here also and have been eating more seafood. We will be doing more fishing this Spring and Summer also, as the old boat is fixed and ready to go. Hubby also bought his brother's boat, which is bigger and will be more comfortable when the grandkids go out with us.
@AmbiePam (86109)
• United States
20 Feb
I remember the first time they told me I had high cholesterol I was shocked. The doctor said our metabolism just changes, even if we aren’t eating things that are normally bad for us. What a disappointment!
I hope they are happy with what they see, but I imagine you took the necessary changes to get everything where it needs to be.
@celticeagle (160216)
• Boise, Idaho
21 Feb
My daughter has her meds check appointment on that day too. I also have osteoporosis. I couldn't follow a diet. I eat healthy some and junk some. I am seeing the out come of that too. But, such is life. Just my attitude.
@LeaPea2417 (36607)
• Toccoa, Georgia
20 Feb
I hope all goes well for you with your doctor's appointment.
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
20 Feb
Thankyou:) I'm expecting to see some good numbers, from the diet changes I've made.
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@LindaOHio (159239)
• United States
21 Feb
Neat picture. I hope your numbers turn out well. I'm surprised they didn't give you a prescription med for the osteoporosis. They did when I had it. Bravo for changing your diet. That's hard to do. Have a great day.
@Beestring (13514)
• Hong Kong
21 Feb
Hope all goes well with your doctor's appointment. Indeed, as we get older, we need to watch our diet.
@2ndchances24 (5461)
• Cloverdale, Indiana
21 Feb
your right about when we get older
our whole body changes over time
sometimes so much it knocks us down
Your Dr appt is a day after my B-day.
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@kobesbuddy (75235)
• East Tawas, Michigan
21 Feb
Depression has been a real battle for me, since I had my two children.
