Rant #3,586: Safe At Home

I was not going to post anything today, because as you are reading this, I am in a doctor's office waiting to be looked at--

But the message I have for you is too important to keep silent.

You might remember that during late summer, I was supposed to have a medical procedure, but I postponed it when I thought my car was stolen, later to find out that the car was towed.

But anyway, I was in such a way--mentally, physically and emotionally--that I was in no shape to get the procedure done at that time, so I canceled my doctor's appointment, vowing to make another appointment when I was ready.

I stayed true to what I said, and scheduled the new appointment for two weeks ago yesterday.

I had the procedure done, and then yesterday morning, I found out the results.

Before I tell you what they were, I will tell you what medical procedure was that I had done.

Due to increased numbers, I had a biopsy of my prostate.

Not only were my prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test numbers up way past where they should be, but my family history--with my father, grandfather and uncle all having had some problems--begged for me to be tested.

I had the procedure done, I had, and still have, some after effects, but--

No cancer was found.

Men in my age group often have higher readings than younger men do, so what I experienced was not unusual.

Readings can change from day to day, and a second blood test showed that my level fell about 30 points, but it was still over the norm, so it was suggested that I have the biopsy done.

I went through a year of horror with my left leg, and now that things have subsided, somewhat, with that part of my body, I now had to deal with this, and deal with not knowing what the results were during Thanksgiving.

But everything turned out OK. 

I will just have to be monitored periodically, the next time six months from now, a procedure which will include blood and urine tests and an MRI, I would assume.

The actual procedure was tough, but with the help of my family and a good doctor, I got through it.

Guys, listen to me here.

If your levels are beyond the norm, please do yourself a favor and get the procedure done.

It could save your life--

And if you have a problem, it can be treated, and you can beat this with early intervention.

I was prepared for the worst, and I expected the best.

And I received the best news I could possibly have gotten.

So please, don't hesitate, get this done if you have to.

Now I am at the dermatologist, again holding my breath.

Some time ago, I had a cancerous growth removed from.my scalp, and hopefully, it is gone for good.

But again, I am prepared to go through the removal procedure again if anything shows up.

Wish me luck!