health update

I had my follow-up doctor’s appointment today, and I must admit it was very odd to go into it wishing that my blood pressure had gone up. My dad always had high blood pressure which no doubt led to his heart attack. I remember actually thinking that I should watch my blood pressure and keep it in check so that I don’t run the same risk my dad had. I never expected to have seriously low blood pressure.

I have been trying to drink more fluids lately. I still think I could do a better job, but it’s REALLY hard for me. I just don’t get thirsty. But even with the effort I’ve made, my blood pressure did in fact go up to a much healthier 110 over 72.

The doctor also reviewed my labwork with me. Everything looked good, from my cholesterol to thyroid, with the exception of one thing. Apparently I am really deficient in vitamin B12. This can lead to fatigue and depression, whaddya know. So they gave me a B12 injection, instructed me to take oral B12 as well, and I go back for another injection in two weeks and a follow-up visit in a month.

Between that and my dehydration, I feel like I’m finally in the know about what’s going on with my body that could affect the way I feel. Like today, I am incredibly tired and sluggish, and I couldn’t explain it because I know I’m more hydrated than I’ve been in a long time.

Anyway…I’m going to really try to continue to hydrate and I’ll start taking the B12. There are times when I think that my health is all I’ve got, and that’s not saying much. I’ve got to stick around…Mom needs me, you know? I need to take care of myself or I won’t be able to take care of her.

Fingers crossed that I’ll be feeling much better within a few months!