Oh wow, you are much braver than I. I do freak out with mice. We used to get mice all the time in our walls, and just hearing them would freak me out. If I ever see one, I freak out. Of course, I've improved in terms of my ability to function whilst in the presence of a critter. I no longer stand there and cry, paralyzed with fear. So, go me!

I wish you the best of luck with the pest problem and the unhygeniec issues it brings with it. I also hope you get to feeling better. You are far overdue for a feeling of overall well being!