Whew.

Went to see a Doctor. Her name was Sinead. Really nice, and quick. It's definitely strep - got my prescription and ibuprofen and I'm good to go. She said the antibiotics should really kick in in 24-48 hours and I should be in less pain by this time tomorrow. I have to miss the Clo Iar-Chonnachta [kloe ire-kon oct ta].
"Cló Iar–Chonnachta is Ireland’s fastest growing traditional music label with a catalogue of over 200 albums. Directed by master piper and musician Ronan Browne, hosted by the well–known broadcaster and flute player Marcas Ó Murchú, this concert will feature Ben and Charlie Lennon, Tony O’Connell, The Mulcahy Family and John Wynne amongst others." - from the Galway Arts Festival website.

I'm really upset about this - I was looking forward to it a lot! But I need rest, water, and sleep. And maybe I'll order some ice cream.

Ireland has a public and private health care. I think I was in a private clinic, seeing as there was only like, 3 rooms and one doctor. It cost 50Euro for the consultation and 17Euro total for the meds. I don't think it's that bad - especially since my insurance doesn't cover stuff overseas I guess.



More updates later...