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Well, now we've managed to get my landlady's car fixed, I've finally been able to go and get a load of blood tests I was meant to have to find out why I have constant pins and needles, and it might also give some clue why my hair is falling out. The bald patch at the front is getting crazily big. They took so much blood my inner elbow has huge bruises and weird red streaks all over it. And I've been given dates to start my shockwave therapy for my mobility issues. The GP surgery is being stingy with my meds again though. They've been prescribing half the amount they should of some things. I really think it's a cost saving measure, after all the pharmacist in the adjoining pharmacy has complained to me that I cost the NHS a lot of money.
Also now the car is fixed we took the dog to the local park, where he instantly got chased and threatened by a huge out of control monster of a dog, whose owner did nothing to help and wouldn't put it on a lead. I felt quite threatened by it and so just left the park without saying anything at which point the owner started yelling at me that I'm rude? Rude for saying nothing or leaving, I don't know. With all my mobility issues and the fact I've been trapped indoors for so long it was meant to be a nice trip out but some thug and his dangerous dog have to ruin it.
So glad you got a chance to be seen and get tested. Sounds like the blood draws were rough though, hope it wasn't too painful and the bruises heal up soon. It does suck that there's always a 'but' with your treatment, hopefully the shock therapy and test results at least help move you in a better direction.
Also, a big middle finger to that dog owner. It's their responsibility to keep their pets under control, and since you've had poor interactions with big dogs before you are totally justified to remove yourself if you feel uncomfortable. Your safety takes priority.
Thank you.
Just gonna echo what un_mask_me said, I'm glad you finally got the car repaired so you can go to appointments. Fuck the dog owner though, and take good care of your inner elbow. I hope it heals up soon
Thank you.