So I had my CT Scan yesterday (10/24) that was icky. I had to drink that stupid barium crap and almost vomited it both times. ugh. So, I had to fast since they were doing a scan of my abdomen, I drank 16 oz of the barium at 8am, and then another 16 oz at 10am and had my scan at 11am. The test lasted about half an hour because I had it with and without contrast. The test itself wasn't as nerve wracking as I thought it was going to be. The last couple diagnostic tests i've had were MRI's which were extremely claustrophobia inducing being I was a big girl stuck in a small loud box. Luckily with the CT it is more open and this time they were scanning my belly and pelvis not my head/shoulder like with the MRI's I've had in the past. I made the mistake of going back to work after my CT and drinking the barium (it was my first time ever having to do that) and I spent half the afternoon in the restroom. I think I pooped like 15 times yesterday. I wasn't expecting that at all because the instructions said that the barium may cause constipation (it is a metal) Things are somewhat back to normal today (HAHA) I will find out the results on Thursday at my endocrinolgist appt with Dr. Borchelt, unless my primary dr's office calls me in there first. My results are going to them so I may have to go pick up the report to take with me.
On another note: Black and white or Zebra are the colors for this form of cancer, WHY IS THE ZEBRA OUR MASCOT?
In medical school, doctors are taught "when hearing hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras." Carcinoid has been thought of as 'rare' and therefore may be considered a zebra. Show your support - wear zebra! If you are interested in helping to support this cause or just to help raise awareness for this rare disease please visit the Carcinoid Cancer Awareness Network at http://carcinoidawareness.moonfruit.com/# and purchase a silicone bracelet or ribbon magnet for $3 with shipping and handling included. (they accept Paypal)
I love you all. Thanks for listening. More to come next week.
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