A colonoscopy is not an inviting prospect, the preparations themselves are not pleasant, but, if necessary, the place to have it done is Warwick Hospital. Notwithstanding the potential for embarrassment of the chic backless gown and the starting point of the procedure, the endoscopy staff, from Receptionist to consultant, dealt with the whole thing in with a professional and friendly manner. They were helpful and informative and maintained dignity at all times. I was offered the chance to watch progress on a monitor and my initial distaste was overcome by fascination. I may, in the past, have spoken out of my backside but never before had I looked up it.
That's the up side; the down side being that many Health Authorities are cutting down on "non essential" services. The Pain Clinic at Warwick (another great set of people) had offered acupuncture in an attempt to relieve back pain. I have no idea whether it would have worked but it is no longer offered; some other body has dictated that it was "unproven" treatment. So, it's back to the frying of the nerves - surely a more expensive procedure. Perhaps even that avenue will be closed, after all, back pain is is not life threatening, merely bloody miserable.
So, as I get even older and the poor old body gives up bit by bit, I am wondering how many more ailments might be denied relief. Any thoughts Mr. Cameron?
Mr Cameron's not bothered - he's a millionaire!
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