It’s been 3 years since the 2nd mastoidectomy. I still remember the 2 months leading up to it like it was yesterday. Feeling the strange feelings all over my head. The constant pressure changes that Colorado brings in the Spring. Only amplified by the insane amount of pressure in my ear. As the barometer would… Continue reading 3 Years Later
Category: History
What doesn’t kill you, only makes you stronger
The infinite wisdom that my mom used to tell me growing up on a daily basis is starting to punch me in the face every day, and starting to bring light of my ongoing health problems. My mom had a quip for anything and everything. The one that that was very common was “What doesn’t… Continue reading What doesn’t kill you, only makes you stronger
Advocating for yourself and the lack of care you get
This post will focus on the disappointing experiences I’ve gone through to get to having a proper diagnosis. In order for you to get the help you need, don’t put 100% faith in the American medical system. Most of what I’ve learned over the past 2 years, most doctors these days are checked out, and… Continue reading Advocating for yourself and the lack of care you get
Health is nothing to be taken for granted
Well, Where do I begin? From the beginning I guess? Being a kid growing up I was always sick. Strep throat 8-10 times a year. Constantly. Mom always thought it was because I wasn’t wearing warm enough clothing, etc etc. In 1991, my Tonsils & Adenoids were removed and it seemed that the “problem” went… Continue reading Health is nothing to be taken for granted