It's November already? Wow, tempus fugit (time flies)!
Getting ready for (hopefully) my last round of BCG. I ended October with some required tests to ensure that I'm able to get my next round. On Wednesday, I had a visit with the urologist's office to provide a urine sample. That afternoon, I received a call informing me that I had an appointment scheduled for a CT (Cat Scan) on Halloween at Holy Family in Haverhill. I never received any communication prior, but I'm glad the office decided to call and verify. I was also informed that I needed a blood test. Luckily I could do this at the same location prior to my CT appointment.
Halloween was quite warm (summer-like). I arrived at the hospital early and checked in. It wasn't too long before I was called in for my lab work. The phlebotomist is wonderful. One jab and instant results. Unlike other visits elsewhere when I felt like a pin cushion. I then meandered to the Radiation department and checked in.
After completing a standard questionnaire, I was directed to the CT room and told to have a seat. I waited about 10 minutes before being called in by the tech. I was given a quick overview of what was going to happen (although this was not my first rodeo, I listened and concurred). I was told to lie on the slab and lower my pants to my knees. I was also asked which arm to use for the IV/contrast. Given my recent puncture, I selected my other arm with a proviso that I haven't been lucky in the past and the IV was given on my hand. Of course, this information was dismissed and the nurse proceeded to jab me (repeatedly) before resorting to my hand. (No one listens.)
The rest of the procedure was pretty routine. The contrast experience was a bit concerning; the warm feeling and metallic taste, but this too passed. So I was finally free to leave. Hope the test results are favorable and I'm allowed to have my first round of BCG next Wednesday.
More to come!
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