I hadn't planned on really updating too much before I actually went to Mayo but my medical issues decided otherwise. I have continued to have awful back pain since my last post on Friday. On Saturday, I woke up nauseous and my stomach was churning. This has persisted until today as well. Today I decided that I would finally go to my family doctor instead of sticking it out until we fly to Minnesota next Sunday. Thank goodness I went to the doctor! We ordered a CAT scan with contrast (but that has to be approved by insurance), blood work-up, and a urine sample. This took place at 12:30. I did the urine sample and blood work-up. I left the doctor and went pick up prescriptions for nausea, pain, and a muscle relaxer. I got back to the Theta house then decided I was going to take a nap around 3:15. Around 4, my little (sis) came in my room and I still have no idea what she was telling me. But I had about 20 missed calls from my mom, brother, and doctor. Finally, I woke up and called my brother and he said something was wrong with my kidneys and my mom was coming to pick me up to bring me back to the doctor. We got back to the doctor, I had an ultrasound and blood work done. The ultrasound was fine but the blood work was not. I am in acute renal failure. I had a liter of fluid given to me via IV. I am currently at home with my family and cats watching out for me. I will go back tomorrow morning to have my blood tested again. I will most likely wind up seeing a kidney specialist tomorrow whether the results come back improved or not. People have asked if the fluids have helped, but I don't feel any different than I did at 12 when I arrived at the doctor's office earlier today. So the answer to that question is no.
Shout out to my friends who got me flowers and a card tonight! I love y'all! I am keeping a positive attitude through all of this. My mom I laughed more tonight because you really can't make this sh*t up. Please keep me in your prayers over the next few days. I will keep y'all updated.
Until next time,
A :)
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