FollowYesterday, I went for my yearly gynae check-up, which included a Pap smear and ultrasound scans. My husband dropped me off at the clinic, and the plan was for me to call him later to check if he was free to pick me up, or else I would take a Grab home. As I settled…
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Facing the Reality of Aging Eyes
Tomorrow, I have my long-overdue eye checkup, and honestly, I’m not looking forward to it. It’s been over three years since my last thorough checkup, which was at ISEC. This time, I’m heading to Optimax, thanks to a recommendation from a relative who recently had cataract laser surgery there and spoke highly of their service.…
The Unwanted Attention
My Experience with Laser Surgery for a Viral Wart
On Thursday, 11 July 2024, I underwent a laser surgery to remove a stubborn viral wart on my left foot. The procedure took place in the Procedure Room of the consultation suite at Sunway Medical Centre. The procedure started at 12 noon sharp, and by 12:15 p.m., it was all over. It was an outpatient…
Update on the Wart on My Left Foot
I finally decided to address the stubborn wart on my left foot and went to Sunway Medical Centre on Wednesday to see the Foot and Ankle doctor. The consultation was brief, lasting less than five minutes, and cost RM80. The doctor took one look at the corn on my foot and quickly diagnosed it as…
The Downside of Aging: Coping with Presbyopia
Aging brings with it a host of changes, some more noticeable and impactful than others. One common issue that many people, including myself, face as they approach their 40s is the need for reading glasses. This condition, known as presbyopia (or ‘Lo Far’ in Cantonese), is a natural part of aging. It happens because the…
My Tumultuous Relationship with the Month of May
The month of May has always been a challenging time for me. Though I’m not superstitious, the coincidences surrounding this month are becoming increasingly hard to ignore. Each May seems to bring a new set of difficulties, and this year has been no exception. The Nightmare of 2009 The saga began in May 2009 when…
Cooking With Tennis Elbow
Tennis Elbow
A week after I came back from Bangkok, I was down with sore throat and a cold. And in the middle of battling the flu, I had a very painful elbow, with pain concentrated on the elbow bone, making it painful to lift my right hand and do chores, especially mopping and lifting heavy things.…
A Week of Whirlwind Adventures: From Passport Renewal to Last-Minute Travel Changes
This past week has been a whirlwind of activity, filled with everything from passport renewals to last-minute travel changes. To top it all off, I was down with a cold and a blocked nose, no thanks to the flu bugs from the mil and Sherilyn. The week kicked off with a mission to renew my…
Navigating Storms: How I Manage Anger and Rediscover Inner Peace
This morning, I found myself caught in a tempest of anger provoked by unkind words by a family member. I reacted with a storm of retorts before deciding to retreat. Walking away from the conflict, I sought refuge in the nearby plaza, hoping to find a balm for the emotional wounds inflicted by unkind and…
My Sentimental Journey with Melodies of the Mid-80s to Early-90s
There’s a unique magic that old songs from the mid-80s to the early 90s hold for me. For me, they are more than just tunes; they are a time machine that whisks me back to the cherished memories of my teenage years. These songs have an uncanny ability to stir emotions, evoke nostalgia, and transport…
Accidental Online Shopping
I got hooked on online shopping during the pandemic when I was stuck at home. At the height of the pandemic, a trip to the shopping mall was something very worrying for most of us, for fear of getting infected with Covid. I avoided shopping malls almost throughout the pandemic. Even trips to the supermarkets…
Hives Attack – Day 3
After the miracle intravenous jab at the ER on Wednesday, the itch stopped and the welts vanished instantly. I’ve never been happier to get a jab than this one! While the jab made me a bit drowsy, it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as I was able to enjoy a restful night’s…
Hives Attack
Experiencing a hives attack can be an incredibly distressing and uncomfortable ordeal. Early this week I found myself caught in the grips of this aggravating condition, and the intensity of the itch and discomfort led me to seek urgent medical attention at an ungodly hour today. It all began on a seemingly ordinary Monday night…