All these hullabaloo about this and that has kept people distant. As I said before, I'm not in this world to please people. I do what I deem I ought to do, based on what I believe is right, regardless of how people might react. Yet it might seem to some that it's as if I'm running away or something. But the truth is, I would rather protect myself than succumb to something that would slowly kill the slightest respect and dignity that is left in me, whether for a situation or for certain individuals.
Since I could no longer contain the nape pains and numbness of some fingers on my right hand (been experiencing it for more than a week), I decided to see a specialist last Friday at Saint Luke's Medical Center. I was sort of thinking a McDreamy type (wishful thinking, huh!) for I was assigned to a neurologist. I'm not saying I was disappointed or anything, yet I would rather have a female doctor check on me. Just like when it comes to dental problems, I prefer a lady dentist, too.
I was advised to undergo two procedure. The first one was an X-ray, both for front and lateral view. I was able to do it that same day. But the second one, the EMG-NCV (Electromyography-Nerve Conduction Velocity), was scheduled for tomorrow. The test is not that scary, based on what I read on the leaflet so far. There would be needles involved, yet not that painful, with only some tingling sensation; and it would normally last for an hour. What I worry for, honestly, is the result afterwards. EMG-NCV will determine whether I have problem/s with my nerves and muscle coordination. Although the most important asset in my job are my eyes (which unfortunately, in a few years time, would already qualify for laser surgery, unless I have my astigmatism corrected soon), I cannot just disregard my hands as well. I'm just praying that if ever I would need other procedure afterwards, therapy would help bring everything to normal. I leave it all up to the Lord.
I "celebrated" my birthday yesterday quietly, mostly in bed. I couldn't even remember when was the last time I got sick on the very day of my birth. I still don't feel well; I still have the flu and my throat still feels dry. I took some tablets this morning and I hope I could regain my strength in preparation for my tests tomorrow.
I had some time with my closest friend from college last Saturday. Mitch and I had a blast sharing stories over pizza and pasta. Then we headed to the mall to buy ourselves some flip-flops, for unfortunately, our feet were sore due to our pointed shoes that day. We were laughing so hard by the end of our "strolling", for after minutes of looking for each other, we finally met, this time carrying some paper bags in our hands, for we have actually bought things along the way.
In the office, my ever-loving and appreciative boss treated us to lunch and merienda in the afternoon. I also received gifts from friends, who really are "my friends" every sense of the word. The greetings I received yesterday via SMS also made my day.
Good luck to me!!!
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