The plot thickens!

So, I had my ortho appointment today. I was expecting x-rays. I didn't even have to take off my clothes.

The doctor came in and told me the news. I have a herniated disk. Right at the base of my spine. That basically confirms my suspicions about my terrible and unusual back pain lately.

So, what does this mean? Well, it's certainly a more pressing issue than my scoliosis. I have an appointment in a month, so until then, I have orders to take it easy. That means...no lifting, no coughing, no strenuous activity. That means, once I finish out this semester, I'm not going to find a job for break. I'm going to basically lay around and rest. It will give me a great chance to work on my websites and portfolio, at least.

The magic day is January 2nd. I will continue to update daily with my pain level, but know that I'll probably be taking hydrocodone every day. The surgeon gave me a prescription for more, so I'm really not in danger of running out anymore.

I will add links to info on herniated disks soon, and I'm planning on getting my MRI sometime this week.