Hello dear friends and fellow bloggers! A very warm welcome to you all!
I want to thank each and every one of you for your concerns, your prayers, your thoughts and kind wishes in reference to my health, I really appreciate you all so much!
I mentioned in my last post about my health that I am having issues with my throat. Well, the issues are as follows...dysphagia (difficulty swallowing) and chronic cough! I did see a doctor on Tuesday last week and thus far have had one x-ray done on Thursday, which the doctor sent me for, and the results are supposedly within 3 to 5 business days, which will be sent to the doctor.
I have a second test I need to go for, which will be in early March...however, if there is a cancelation, they will call me for an earlier appointment.
My appetite for food has been very weak because of all the issues I am having; however, I am eating! I eat as healthy as I can, so rest assured I am not starving. My weight is 130 pounds, and I think I am 5 feet 2 inches tall, so I am not overweight nor am I tiny, I suppose average.
I will keep this brief, but this is what I know so far. Your continued prayers, thoughts and well wishes are very much appreciated.
A heartfelt thanks to you all! My Monday and Thursday regular posts will continue, as always and I hope they help to brighten your day!
I hope the doctors can figure out what's going on.
ReplyDeleteI agree. That is difficult, I am sure.
DeleteFingers crossed the doctors will get this under control. I hope you feel better soon ... and that the doctor will see you asap.
ReplyDeleteI hope whatever it is, it's easily treated, Linda. Continued thoughts and prayers to you. 🙏❤️
ReplyDeleteHoping the doctor gets clear answers very soon so you can receive the treatment you need right away, Linda. Please know my prayers are with you 🤗
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update. Will continue to pray!
ReplyDelete...Linda, I hope that the doctor can come up with a treatment to get you back in the swing of things. Be warm and well.
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of you. I wish you good health, positive news, and strength for each new day. I’m keeping my fingers crossed and sending warm regards.
ReplyDeletethecontemplativecat here. Sorry for your illnesses. I have just been diagnosed as having Parkinson's. Life has taken detours. Keep going, I've been told. I will, but boy howdy. it is hard.
ReplyDeleteHi! Thanks for the post!
ReplyDeleteSending tons of prayers your way and I hope they get to the bottom of your issues soon.
ReplyDeleteKeeping you in good thoughts and prayers, Linda. I had a friend who had that with her throat and he found meat the most difficult thing to swallow.
ReplyDeleteBelinda
Oh yeah, dysphagia . . . that was an issue for me too about a decade ago. The doctors did all the usual tests, plus a gastroscopy and I think even an MRI to rule out various things. They came to the conclusion it was stress-related. And you know what? I think they were right. Once I retired, things settled right down and it hasn't been an issue for me since. I can't remember the last time my throat seized up. I hope your situation has a similar good outcome!
ReplyDeleteAnd while I'm yakking here, do you happen to take a statin prescription for cholesterol control? Sometimes they cause short but persistent coughing as a side effect. Switching to another brand of statin can eliminate the issue. I had to switch from Lipitor to Crestor for that reason many years ago but it did the trick and stopped the cough.
Anyway, best wishes that all will turn out well!
Will continue to pray!!
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed that you will have some answers and a solution soon!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update.
ReplyDeleteContinuing to pray.
We will pray.....and, hope, everything goes well soon.
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, I don't know if you believe, for Chinese, they believe if your age hits 19 or 49 or 69, with the digit 9, you have to be extra careful with regards to your health and safety, once you past the digit 9, you will be fine. It's quite true in my circle of friends and relatives. So stay safe, stay healthy and be careful in whatever decisions you made. Had prayed for you that day.
ReplyDeleteI am not a doctor but just sharing, hope it helps. My mom had problems swallowing food too, doctor came out with the conclusion that it is heart burn, so do not skip meals even though you have problem swallowing, eat small amounts and soft food. There are medications that can help with heartburn issues.
ReplyDeleteSounds good so far. Just finally getting to the doctor and knowing they're figuring it out is a relief.
ReplyDeleteI think you have so many bloggers behind you cheering you on!
ReplyDeleteHola, saludos especiales, esperando que de verdad
ReplyDeletete recuperes bien...ya que la salud es lo primordial en nosotros
para así saber responder en todo lo que nos copmprometemos
o hacemos de manera personal...
Un abrazo solidario.
Que te recuperes del todo.
Cuídate mucho, te mando un beso y mi cariño.
ReplyDeleteHoping for good news and an effective treatment!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry to hear that you're still doing poorly! Hope you have some answers and relief on the horizon.
ReplyDeleteI will be keeping you in my prayers. Thanks for the update, and I sure pray that the results will be something manageable for you! Sending a hug!
ReplyDeletePrayers for your health to improve-hugs
ReplyDeleteI hope things get better.
ReplyDeleteGood to know you've seen the doctor and there are tests 🍏
ReplyDeleteAppreciate the post you made for us 🧡
I'm 155 cm tall so we're the same height 🙂
Hope the doctors can get you feeling better quickly.
ReplyDeletePrayers for you lifted high and often, Linda! Take care of you, my dear, and know we will always be in your corner. Blessings from Georgia!
ReplyDeleteThank you for filling us in. I sure hope that the doctor can figure out what is wrong and get you back to good health!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the update, Linda, and all the best with another test in March!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update!
ReplyDeleteI'm keeping my fingers crossed that it's nothing serious!
Light a candle, I'm thinking of you, hugs, Elke
Yes, praying for you! ❤️
ReplyDeleteHi Linda! I am happy to read your health update. I hope and pray that all will be well and that you will be restored to good health again. Have a happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting us know how it's going, Linda! I'm praying that you get relief soon. It sounds miserable. Hugs to you! And love!
ReplyDeleteI'm so pleased you went to the Doctor, Linda. Hope your results are ok when you receive them. Continued prayers sending your way.
ReplyDeleteTake care.
Dear Linda, keeping you in my positive thoughts ♥
ReplyDeleteQue tudo fique bem contigo e os exames deem certo, tratamento eficaz! beijos, tudo de bom,chica
ReplyDeletemany thanks for the updates. get well soon dear linda, take care, sending warm wishes from afar!
ReplyDeleteDear Linda, will continue to pray 🙏 for you. thank you 💕 for this update. Please take good care 🫂
ReplyDeleteDear friend Linda, I know that feeling of not swallowing easily and not being hungry - I hope for good outcome from the tests and send much love and warm hugs (I had to ask AI for your weight and height, LOL - I live in kg and meters and will never "get" it) Same for Fahrenheit.
ReplyDeleteEat well and soon be well 😘
Brave girl ! Doctors are here to help you !
ReplyDeleteFinger cross !
Take care !
Anna
Dear Linda, I Hope your result are ok when your recibe them.
ReplyDeleteHave a great Sunday!
Hugs
Fingers crossed for continued improvement.
ReplyDeleteEspero que vaya todo bien y te recuperes pronto.
ReplyDeleteUn abrazo, Linda.
que tengas un buen día.
Lindo, děkuji za zprávu a vážím si té důvěry. Hlavně je dobré vědět příčinu zdravotních problémů, to je pak léčba účinná. Přeji, aby se to brzy vrátilo do normálu a posílám pozdrav! 😊
ReplyDeleteHello Linda,
ReplyDeleteSending my prayers and well wishes for you.
I hope the doctors can help you to improve.
Take care, have a great week ahead.
Sending lots of prayers that all turns out well
ReplyDeleteThere are so many things that can go wrong with our funny, little bodies. I wish you well.
ReplyDeleteHi, Linda!
ReplyDeleteI'm very sorry to learn that you've been ailing, dear friend. I hope you get favorable test results in the days ahead. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Hugs and prayers to you as you go through this issue. I hope you can find a solution and healing and will soon be better.
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