whatever that means...

so, the nurse just called. I don't have appendicitis, which is great news. and, um, also, DUH.

apparently I have local/regional irritation. which might be due to a viral illness. and if I want to I can go see a gastrointerologist (or a GI specialist, which is soooo much easier to type). which, um, I'll be doing pronto, incase this is more than a virus, as I don't want to have this happen again, and my tummy is still upset.

I am glad to know that it doesn't seem to be *urgent* or *serious,* but I am frustrated that this is all the info I've got. I imagine my doctor finds it bothersome too--wouldn't it be great if you could always tell exactly what was wrong? I sure think it would be.

but, I'm glad to know, and glad I'm feeling mostly better, and thankful for all of your warm thoughts. :)