Recently I started really noticing I had a lump in my throat. A constant lump. I thought maybe I was getting sick for awhile. But then, it never went away. I believe the nodule on my thyroid must be growing, so I called Dr. Link to see if I can schedule my follow up a little sooner than 6 months, as previously suggested. Donna (the PA) apparently no longer works for him, so I spoke to his new secretary Stephanie, who went ahead and ordered me a thyroid ultrasound and MRI. When I called scheduling, they got me in for the same day as my pelvic ultrasound.
When I saw Dr. West in August, it was more of the same: Him trying to convince me that I need to do tattoos or another surgery. No thanks, I've paid enough in co pays. I will just wear a bra and deal with it.
Recently I started really noticing I had a lump in my throat. A constant lump. I thought maybe I was getting sick for awhile. But then, it never went away. I believe the nodule on my thyroid must be growing, so I called Dr. Link to see if I can schedule my follow up a little sooner than 6 months, as previously suggested. Donna (the PA) apparently no longer works for him, so I spoke to his new secretary Stephanie, who went ahead and ordered me a thyroid ultrasound and MRI. When I called scheduling, they got me in for the same day as my pelvic ultrasound. Today was the day. I started with the pelvic ultrasound, then got the thyroid one done. She seemed to be taking a LOT longer than usual and taking lots of pics. So there's obviously something there that is in question. Then, I had an hour to kill between the ultrasounds and my MRI so I sat at Starbucks and graded essays. When my appointment time finally came, they had to lock my head in this vice thing, which was pretty scary. I just closed my eyes and tried to relax while listening to the banging and beeping and swishing sounds the machine makes, and tried to remain still. About half way through they gave me an injection (contrast) and I went in again. The whole process took about 45 minutes. When I left he said "see you next time!" which didn't leave me with a good feeling at all. I guess I am glad to finally be getting some answers about this "thing" in my throat. But I am also scared. I try so hard to remain confident and fearless in front of my students and my family, but I'm honestly terrified. I don't want to deal with another battle with cancer. I don't know if I'm strong enough! I have a follow up with Dr. Link on 10/30 so hopefully I'll be getting some happy news.
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Crystal Hofmann
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