.Poppy.
31-10-22, 15:31
Well, this one is weird. I went to the doctor today because I caught some kind of cold from my parents. I mainly wanted to make sure it wasn't in my lungs as I've had colds turn into pneumonia before. I generally feel okay aside from a rough cough and periods of feeling really tired. However, I've also had some stomach and back pain, mainly on the lower right side but it does move up and down at times. It's just kind of like a dull, aching feeling. I did just get over my period, which was lighter than usual with far less cramping, but I'm not sure if that's related.
Anyway, my doctor suggested testing for a UTI in case I had one from being dehydrated and sick. I didn't have a lot "in" me but I gave my sample and left. They called a bit ago and said they didn't see any bacteria, but that there were some abnormalities and they were sending it out to culture it for five days and see what turns up. Doctor thinks it's viral. Of course my anxiety latched right onto it and can't stop thinking they'll end up finding something far worse. Has anyone had this happen before? I honestly expected he would think my stomach pain was something other than a UTI since aside from pain my urine has been normal.
Anyway, my doctor suggested testing for a UTI in case I had one from being dehydrated and sick. I didn't have a lot "in" me but I gave my sample and left. They called a bit ago and said they didn't see any bacteria, but that there were some abnormalities and they were sending it out to culture it for five days and see what turns up. Doctor thinks it's viral. Of course my anxiety latched right onto it and can't stop thinking they'll end up finding something far worse. Has anyone had this happen before? I honestly expected he would think my stomach pain was something other than a UTI since aside from pain my urine has been normal.