The exam

I meet Dr Jerry Limoge, who will be performing the physical exam. He immediately strikes me as a good guy, and for this kind of exam, that's important. This is a rectal exam, where the prostate will be examined for abnormalities, such as a lump or hard spot. The procedure is painless, and is over in under a minute. Jerry tells me that there is one area that seems abnormal, and recommends we set up for a biopsy. I find out that he knows Dr Crawford and thinks highly of him. Later, I e-mail Dave and relay Jerry's name to him. Dave's reply: "Limoge is the best, couldn't recommend anyone better." That's really good to hear! Biopsy is set for 23 April.
Later that night, while talking to a friend on the phone, the reality of where all this is going really hits me for the first time. I have a little meltdown, and quickly recover. First time using the "c" word. I needed to get this moment out of my system.