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I Survived*
Today I had my first real appointment with my new doctor. I arrived on time, and was whisked into an exam room immediately. A funny, quirky nurse began my physical by asking me a million questions while taking my blood pressure, heart rate and all that fun stuff. I could tell she was cracking jokes to try and ease my nerves, but until I know I’m on my way out of a doctor’s office I’m always a stress case. She left me with a gown to change into, then I hopped up onto the table / bed to wait for my doctor. The waiting is always the worst part. I…