As per recommendation of my doctor, nagpa-schedule ako nang Treadmill Stress Test. Gusto yatang malaman ng doctor ko if okay pa ang heart ko after experiencing a break up…char!
My first appointment was cancelled and after waiting for almost two weeks, natuloy na rin ang test yesterday, June 26. When I told the staff na I will be using Maxicare, she instructed me to come early “kasi matagal po mag-approve ang Maxicare”. Ohh…..
So gumora ang beauty ko sa ospital ng mga 8:00 in the morning para marami pang time na mag-wait sa approval ng Maxicare since 10am ang appointment ko. After mag-fill up ng mga papers I was told na maghintay para sa approval. A few minutes later 🙂 the nurse told me na tinatanong daw ng Maxicare kung ano ang diagnosis at bakit kailangan kong mag-treadmill stress test. Told her na gusto lang ng doctor kong ma-check ang heart ko dahil nga na-diagnose ako na may diabetes and may time na tumataas ang aking blood pressure at part of general check up na rin. She told me na maupo na lang ulit sa waiting area and hintayin ang approval ng Maxicare.
Mga 15 minutes past 10 na in the morning nung nag-start magtawag ng patients. Nung tinawag ako para pumunta sa second floor ng hospital mga past 11 am na. Pagdating ko sa second floor pinaupo ako sa harap ng clinic and waiting pa rin ang peg kasi may patient pa sa loob. That time nag-pray ako while holding the plastic bag containing my extra shirt and towel. Kabado ang beauty ko.. After a few minutes lumabas na ang patient and then the doctor took my papers. Pagpasok sa loob he gave me a hospital gown and told me to go to the comfort room and remove my shirt and my bra (OMG!) and isuot ko daw ang floral green hospital gown.
So yun pagbalik ko sa kanya wearing the hospital gown na may biyak sa gitna (at ayaw pang mabuhol ang mga tali ever) he told me to sit in front of him para maipaliwanag niya kung ano ang mangyayari sa stress test. Told him hindi pa talaga ako nakagamit ng treadmill and I’m a lazy person na hindi mahilig sa exercise. In fairness maayos naman naipaliwanag sa akin ni Doc ang procedure. And he told me na ang goal ay pagurin talaga ako. Para lang daw ECG ang test kasi may ilalagay na mga electrodes sa aking chest para ma-record ang mga electrical signal from my heart. Ang difference lang daw sa ECG nakahiga ang patient pero dito nasa treadmill and the patient is moving. Ang embarassing or uncomfortable part lang is yung paglalagay ng electrodes/contraption sa aking chest at upper abdomen kasi di ba wala akong bra and although I know wala namang malisya si Doc, nahiya pa rin ang beauty ko. Hindi pa naman ako masyadong nakapag-scrub ng nipples para medyo pinkish ang look. Kaloka!
So after maikabit ang mga electrodes, pumunta na ako sa treadmill and yun na. Bruce protocol ang gagamitin which is a standard test sa ganitong procedure na bumibilis ang movement ng treadmill every three minutes. Noong una ay hindi maayos ang hakbang ko so tumabi sa akin si Doc at tinuro ang tamang galaw ng mga legs at paa. Jusko day sa unang mga segundo pa lang sumakit na ang mga legs ko. Pero sige lang need tapusin ang test. Medyo nakakaubos lang ng hininga lalo na nung bumilis na ang speed. Naka-face mask at faceshield pa ako while doing the test kaya mas lalong humirap huminga. Yung mga movement ng heart ko while moving sa treadmill ay nirerecord naman sa computer kung saan nakaconnect ang mga cable na nakakabit sa chest ko. Nung tinanong na ako ni Doc kung kaya ko pa, told him yes kaya pa. So tuloy lang ang pagbilis ng speed pero nung nagtanong na ulit si Doc told him “Doc last 2 minutes na lang”. So there unti unti nang bumagal ang speed and nung eventually nag-stop na ang treadmill, he gave me a chair and said maupo lang ako huwag gagalaw and take a deep breath. Ilang minuto din yun na nakaupo lang ako at nagpapahinga. After a few minutes he removed the electrodes na nakakabit sa chest ko. Nagbihis na rin ako after and waited for the results sa waiting area. ,
Ito yung mga nilagay sa chest ko na nilagyan ng tape. Diyan din inilagay yung mga electrodes/contraption na nakaconnect sa computer.
After ten minutes, inabot na niya sa akin ang result and heto siya
My check up ako sa July 7 and syempre ipapakita ko itesh sa aking doctor. I just hope okay naman ang result. I’m just happy na natapos na. Nakakapagod as in. Mukhang dapat na talaga akong mag-exercise at gamitin ang aking stationary bike na nakatambay lang sa room ko. Yung endurance ko talaga dapat medyo tumagal pa. Ang bilis kong napagod eh.
Thank you Dr. Mariño for all the help. Salamat din Maxicare 🙂
Treadmill stress test done….Thank you LORD!!!!
A few weeks ago, I had some lab works (FBS, CBC, triglycerides, HDL Cholesterol, SGOT, SGPT) for a job application. I was so shocked when I got the results–everything is normal except my fasting blood sugar and my cholesterol….grabe!!! My sugar was 300 plus!!!! OMG! And my BP was also not so okay….haaay 😦
The doctor then prescribed medicines that I would take before breakfast and before bedtime. I was also asked to refrain from eating sweets, meat and fruits. He said the FBS result was too high and if we don’t do something about it I might lose my eyesight…oh my!
After that check-up, I had to stop drinking Coke, frappe from Starbucks, unable to eat fruits and my favorite avocado ice cream (hello arce dairy)….a quick switched to vegetables, black rice, steamed/grilled fish, a little seafood, tuna… When you are so used to eating barbecue, fried chicken, adobo, burgers—this is a big sacrifice!!!! And then I had to stop eating after 8pm…
So after two weeks, I went back to the clinic and had another blood extraction for fasting blood sugar….it went down…..from 300 plus to 164…well its still out of the normal range but at least it went down already…thank GOD!!!
I will continue taking my medicines and will go back for another check up and FBS next month…hopefully….my sugar will be at the normal range by then…
I have to admit…this new battle is making me feel so down…I cried my heart out to the LORD one night….i can’t help but feel sad….but i know that my Christ is bigger than this health crisis….with His help…i know i can win this!!!
How To Fix Your Vagina Odor Naturally
Vaginas can be a touchy subject — even though all of us ladies have ‘em. When you suspect that something may be wrong, it can be challenging to seek advice. Of course, the Internet has been a saving grace in many ways, but it’s also a double-edged sword. The plethora of information available isn’t always the most accurate.
Some will head to Google to self-diagnose, only to end up having a panic attack when they see some symptoms that match their own. Before we dive into the wonderful world of vaginas, I just want to remind you that doctors, and more specifically gynecologists, have seen a whole lot of “lady parts” in their day. You may be embarrassed, but for them, it’s just another day at the office. Please, if you are worried that something is abnormal — go get it checked out. Don’t put these things off.
Now that we have that out-of-the-way, I want to focus on something that many of you may be thinking, does my vagina smell normal? Yes, we’re going to go there. Here is what you should know and what you can do about it.
Vaginal odor: what’s normal?
Let’s start off by saying, ladies, we all have our own scent. And yes, your vagina is supposed to have a smell. Although there are a number of factors that increase the intensity, some women just naturally have a stronger odor. Here are a few fast facts to know:
- Depending on where you are in your menstrual cycle, vaginal odor can differ.
- Anything from heavily sweating to changing your diet can affect how you smell.
- A consistent, mild scent is generally a sign that your vagina is healthy and has a properly balanced pH. It’s when this scent changes that you need to be more concerned. These changes can represent a short-term issue or may be a sign that something more serious is going on.
My vagina smells a bit funky
If your vagina is smelling a bit funky, it may be due to a range of possible reasons. From a vaginal yeast infection to an overgrowth of bacteria, an unpleasant scent can be both worrisome and embarrassing. Although these issues are fairly common, it’s imperative that you figure out the root cause.
While focusing on bacterial vaginosis (BV), for instance, although you may feel alone and anxious, know that around 29 percent of women (nearly one in three) experience this overgrowth of bacteria. Basically, when the normal pH of one’s vagina is off, this encourages bacterial growth.
Although douching is a clear risk factor, diet is also an area in which women can focus on as an effective preventative measure. Within one study, published in the Journal of Nutrition, researchers observed the link between BV and key dietary factors. It was found that both glycemic load and a low “Naturally Nutrient Rich” score were associated with greater BV prevalence and persistence.
Although you need to listen to your body, abnormal vaginal conditions typically lead to a foul smell, such as a fishy odor. More often than not, if there’s an issue such as an infection, you will also experience other key symptoms — itching, burning, increased discharge and irritation.
How can I remedy my vaginal odor?
If you’re in the clear with your doctor but are still noticing a fairly strong scent (especially after sex or during your menstrual cycle), you can target this issue without reaching for any toxic feminine hygiene products. For some women, they can even tackle infections in the comfort of their home — here’s how.
1. Take an apple cider vinegar bath
Remember, in many cases, the smell you’re noticing is due to an imbalanced pH. Normally, a vagina’s pH is anywhere between 3.8 to 4.5 — meaning, it’s acidic. Once the pH begins to creep up, this is when your lady parts are more prone to infection and bacterial overgrowth.
Apple cider vinegar is often praised and for good reason. Offering both antiseptic and antibacterial properties, apple cider vinegar can help restore the acidity of your vaginal flora. To improve numerous aspects of your health, drink a diluted glass of apple cider vinegar (around one to two tablespoons) daily.
Even better, try an apple cider vinegar bath right before you go to bed. Here’s how to do it: Draw a warm bath and pour one to two cups of apple cider vinegar into the water. Next, soak for 20 to 30 minutes. When you’re done, rinse off with a quick cold shower to remove any apple cider vinegar on your skin.
2. Use tea tree oil
Throughout history, tea tree oil has been used based on its potent anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Within one study, at 300 milligrams per milliliter, tea tree oil was able to kill all cells of Trichomonas vaginalis — a sexually transmitted infection caused by a one-celled protozoan organism.
Whether you have a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, source quality, organic tea tree oil. You can apply it one of two ways. First, you can add 10 to 15 drops to a warm bath and sit in this solution for at least half an hour. Or, you can add a couple diluted drops to an organic tampon. Since your vaginal lining is quite sensitive, dilute the tea tree oil in a little coconut oil prior to insertion.
3. Consume more probiotics
Although your doctor will more than likely prescribe antibiotics, this can cause a vaginal infection to actually come back with a vengeance. Sure, you’ll be killing harmful bacteria, but you’ll also wipe out friendly bacteria, encouraging an overgrowth of “bad” bacteria once again.
Instead, start taking probiotics to encourage optimal balance and positive health. When you suffer from BV, for instance, your vagina is out of equilibrium and Lactobacillus numbers are reduced. While studying the effect of probiotics, researchers found that oral administration helped restore a woman’s vagina to normal levels.
By taking probiotic capsules, this “friendly” bacteria recolonized the vagina’s microbiome, leading to a Lactobacillus-dominated state in 64 percent of the experimental group, in comparison to 13 percent of the placebo group. To increase your intake, you can also consume foods such as miso, kefir, yogurt, tempeh, microalgae, sauerkraut, pickles and other probiotic-rich options.
Pay attention to what you’re eating
It’s also important to note, that when aiming to change your vaginal odor, pay attention to what you’re eating on a regular basis. Although certain milk products, meat and alcohol can cause short-term varying vaginal odors upon metabolism, it’s sugar that you want to watch out for.
It’s well understood that sugar is detrimental to our health. But in terms of vaginal odor and bacteria, it is also a key food source. Whether you are suffering from a bacterial or fungal infection, a high intake of sugar can essentially provide nourishment. This can worsen symptoms.
So ladies, there you have it — a little light vagina talk to end the week. The above suggestions are great to target odor and the severity of some infections. However, you must listen to your body. If you notice that symptoms worsen or are unaffected by some of the suggested methods above, it’s imperative that you take a little trip to the doctor.
Just like your heart or liver, you only have one vagina — so take care of it!
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