Not had the greatest 2 days, frankly because I have had to confront my biggest phobia on both occasions. I am trypanophobic, for those who aren't well versed in all things phobias trypanophobia is the chronic fear of injections. Petrified isn't a strong enough word, I swear...what should have been a fairly straight forward blood test turned into two mornings spent at the Medical Centre, 4 attempts (so as much as I don't want to use the word, 4 needles) which nothing much to show for any apart from the last one and me with 2 splitting migraines, 2 sleepless nights, 2 achy arms for 2 days and no tears shed, not that it wasn't a distinct possibility on both occasions! I always seem to have problems when I go as the blood doesn't want to leave my system which prolongs everything further, it's like some kind of weird vicious circle with me completely stressed and petrified lay on a bed in the middle of it all!
I realise a lot of people are perfectly composed when it comes to things like this (my Mum and Brother being two)and will be wondering why I am so soft and making a fuss, but in all seriousness, to me it is no joke, I am so scared- I can't even watch injections and procedures on tv so God help me if I ever end up having to stay in hospital for a significant length of time! Ah well, necessary evils I guess even though I am an absolute wreck every time and for days beforehand. Had nice nurses with me today though which made things a bit easier, though I wouldn't go as far as saying I was wholly comfortable given I knew what was coming, hopefully done and dusted for another year (or so I hope!) now and I can chill this weekend knowing it's all out of the way! Think I owe myself a treat or two :)
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