TB call from ENT

[Lily_Pad_Master]

So, here I am working remotely on an ADA (Americans with Disabilities) accommodation for recurrent neutropenia putting me at risk from the coronavirus and I get a call from the ENT who did my sinus surgery two weeks ago (I’ve had a sinus infection since November). He says “Hi, Glenn? Are you in any pain right now?” A little weird, right? He’s a great doc, BTW, so I’m not criticizing him in he slightest. Tells me they found a strain of mycobacteria that’s a little disconcerting to them so they’ve sent it on for further testing for...drum roll...TB.

On the plus side, he called my CLL doc and they agreed there’s no crisis, particularly since I now feel better than I have in four months.

Now, I’m waiting, though, to see what that test result is. CLL and TB when the coronavirus is also floating around? Nice knowing you all! I’m pretty well isolated though. Working from home, ordering my groceries through delivery. Waiting to see what happens next, I guess. Probably nothing.

[HailMary-USA]

Hi, Glenn.

Just sending best wishes to you for a good outcome, and continuing overall improvement.

I always appreciate your helpful and intelligent posts.

Mary

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to HailMary-USA]

Thank you, Mary. ❤️

[cajunjeff]

Glenn, we all know what it’s like waiting on test results. The fact you are feeling well would seem to suggest your tests will come out fine. Sounds like you have a good plan to wait out the virus. Good luck on your test results. Jeff

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to cajunjeff]

Hi Jeff,

Thanks, my friend, for that reassurance. Yes, we do all know the waiting game. So be it. I’m going to a football field this morning to practice my disc golf drives. Gotta live!!!

Glenn

[PlanetaryKim]

Good luck Glenn!

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to PlanetaryKim]

Thanks, Kim.

[MaryannG]

Good luck Glenn and enjoy your disc golf today.

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to MaryannG]

Thanks, Maryann. It was cold, and I only got to throw for about a half hour before people showed up on the field, but it felt great!!!!!

[BeckyLUSA]

Saying a prayer for you this morning!

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to BeckyLUSA]

Thank you so much, Becky!

[Newdawn Administrator]

Oh you didn’t need that Glenn but sounds like you’ve got a sound strategy in place to self isolate and keep safe. It’s psychologically hard to isolate too.

It’s a scary enough time for us CLL’ers but I’ve also got other issues to throw into the pot so understand your concerns.

Best wishes,

Newdawn

[Lily_Pad_Master in reply to Newdawn]

Hi Newdawn,

Thanks. I'm making the best of things. Starting up a couple of YouTube channels. Learning a lot. Being stuck in a room isn't the worst thing in the world. You stay safe, too!

Glenn

[Tton46 in reply to Lily_Pad_Master]

Let us know your YT channel!

[Justasheet1]

Glenn,

That sucks beyond belief. You’re a tough dude but let’s hope it comes back negative.

Jeff