Unresolved Deep Throated Issues

Obviously, I have been away for a while, and this time it is a completely valid reason (not that I am responsible to actually put out reading materials since I don't have that many readers, but I digress). The Sunday two weeks ago (29th July 2012), I came down with a horrible fever that persisted to the point that I was admitted to the hospital the following Tuesday at close to Midnight (31st July 2012), and I have been there up till yesterday.

You already know I hate being sick, I mean, nobody does. But I absolutely loath it when it has to do with my tonsils, because it has been the bane of my healthy existence since forever.

The stay in the hospital was a mix of painful and drug numbing experiences. Whenever a dose of drugs (usually antibiotics) surges up my bloodstream, I can rest assured the feeling of safety for a few hours. Then the pain sets in again and I have to suffer till the next dose. The first 2 days I switched antibiotics around because they didn't seem to be working and my body seemed to be resistant against the type. My tonsils also became worse, but they finally found a strain that worked on me on the third day.

The tonsils and throat is one of the worse places to get infected, it completely impairs you to consume what is required for healing, food and water. Being on drip doesn't help much too, since the drip doesn't moisturise the outside of the tonsils and prevent external agitation, and this is especially problematic when you sleep. I'm still wondering how doctors and researchers never get around to that issue...

Nearing the end of my stay, my tonsils subdued enough to swallow, but a new problem arose. My stomach and esophageal walls weakened to the point of gastric and acid reflux. Even at home now, I'm am still battling with this as I slowly garner strength.

I wish to thank several people: my parents for their unending support (especially my angel mother); the friends who visited me and brought me comics, get-well-soon cards, food, honey; and the rest who kept me in prayer and in thought.

If all goes well, my tonsillectomy is due on Monday. Then maybe, just maybe (although at this point I'm gearing more towards definitely, but perhaps I shouldn't jinx myself), this issue will come to a full closure.

I love you all.

<3