Update

[lumpyone]

Since I've not updated in a little while here on LJ, here goes...

The doctor feels fairly certain my ankle problem is Gout, a form of arthritis, caused by uric acid in the blood crystallizing into the joints because the body can't eliminate it properly. Uric acid is formed from purines in foods we eat, namely things such as meat, seafood (bummer),

Comments

[khall]

       It's really awesome that you're doing this. I'm glad you're enjoying it (mostly) too.

K.

[lumpyone]

Thanks. I am enjoying it overall, even as I realize more of my mortality now as I get older. ;)