I had a busy day in San Francisco last Tuesday. The day started with Ron dropping me off at the lab at UCSF for fasting blood-work. Next, it was a mad dash over to the PT clinic for my weekly therapy session. After my therapist thoroughly wore me out, Ron and I raced back to 400 Parnassus Ave. to see my endocrinologist. Traveling to each appointment and making it on time was therapy in itself!
So here is the scoop - all my blood tests have been coming back within normal ranges! Dr. Gardner says that my adrenal glands are functioning normally so he is signing off on my case. Yay! One less doctor to visit!
I find that I am getting back to my usual activities and am feeling more stable. By that I mean that I'm not feeling like my legs are weak and wobbly anymore. My balance is pretty good and I don't worry about falling - not saying that I'm not being careful, though, I am VERY careful. I always hold onto the banister or railing when going up or down the stairs and I take the stairs instead of the escalator or elevator if I can.
My biggest complaints right now are joint pains and power surges (hot flashes!). I do wish that I had more energy and stamina, but all in all, I feel pretty good!
