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Hey Guys,

I'm basically just venting here so forgive me, but I felt like I needed to. I went to my GP today and got the results of my recent bloodwork and my B12 is so low I have to have weekly shots rather than monthly ones. I know this should really be the least of my concerns right now but I hate needles so much...I'm fine with having blood taken but hate the intramuscular shots. I tried to be brave and was all smiles until the nurse left the room, and then broke down into tears. Over a stupid vitamin shot! I tried to compose myself before the doc came in but didn't have too much luck

Then the doctor mentioned he thinks I may need to be hospitalized to get this under control faster, both because it would help gets tests done quicker and also because I'm not eating properly and showing nerological problems from the B12 deficiency. It's a scary prospect...I don't want to have to go into the hospital.

I'm just really hoping that my GI appointment on Thursday yields some positive results...so anyone who can send positive vibes my way, I would really appreciate it.

BTW, does this get easier when you get older? I remember when I was little I used to think, "when I'm 18, needles won't bother me at all". Or "when I'm 20, I won't be scared of surgery." Now I'm 22 and still just as scared...does it ever go away?

Thanks for listening guys, I appreciate it

Kelly

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