Another first timer!

I am a teacher who is out for the summer. I did summer school in June and that kept me busy, sort of. I actually spent most of my time reading posts and blogs on the nest. This month, I have been bumming around the house, because the temp agency where I worked last summer had no work for me this month. Wes and I really could have used the extra money, but I made quite a bit last month, and I get paid on the 12-month schedule for teaching.

Today I went to the doctor for my annual appointment including physical. Recently, I have been having problems with leg cramps, so I decided today was a good day to bring that up with my doctor. I originally thought the cramps were related to being a teacher (on my feet all day -- unsupportive shoes), but once school was out and I wasn't standing as much, the pain continued. I researched the pain online (I love WebMD), deciding I may have low potassium, so I started drinking orange juice every day. That has helped, but I decided to talk to the doctor, just in case. I also have blackout spells, which I have had since I was a kid, when I miss a meal, eat too late in the morning, etc. I have never fully passed out, so I have never really mentioned it to a doctor. But since I was mentioning the leg cramps, I decided to mention this too. The doctor decided to draw blood, checking my electrolytes (first step in diagnosing leg cramps) and my blood glucose levels (history of diabetes -- both grandmas). I will have to wait until next week for the results, but I am glad I finally did something to check these problems.

I am a little nervous about the blood glucose levels. My mom's mom (my grandma) passed away when I was in high school due to complications with diabetes. I never mentioned my blackouts to the doctor when I was living with my parents and in college, because they were paying for my insurance, and I was worried about how my mom would react. She went through a lot with my grandma, and I didn't want to bring up unhappy memories. Of course, I know my health comes first, but I hate disappointing people. I am just concerned with what I will find out. Oh well -- I will just have to wait and see. Let you know when I hear something.