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It's been a bad few days.
Beloved family member died. Grieving hard.
Just got back from the ER. Diverticulitis and another secondary infection. Real bad pain.
Got a shitload of IV morphine.
I'm on two blood thinners and the hole where my IV was blew out after they removed it, and after the nurse left the room. I didn't notice it for about 30 seconds.
No lie...I've never seen so much blood in person in my life. It got over everything in the room. I was in my underwear (in the process of putting my street clothes back on after discharge instructions) and had to stick my head out the door and yell "HELP"!
Three nurses came in and they simultaneously said "HOLY SHIT". My white socks are now red. Lost so much blood that I got woozy.
I have pictures, but I can't post them because they would get juried for being gore.
That's all I have for today.
THE END
alwaysinasnit
(5,077 posts)Snoopy 7
(530 posts)to get out of your pants (lol) stay strong and keep recovering.
Niagara
(7,691 posts)By the way, pants are optional in the lounge.
RKP5637
(67,112 posts)Siwsan
(26,308 posts)And I know bad days.
Keep us posted on your recovery. Otherwise I'll worry!!!
RainCaster
(10,934 posts)OMG, that sounds like a real mess. On top of losing a favorite family member, this "leak" has to feel rather awful. So glad to hear that you are home and safe.
debm55
(25,606 posts)XanaDUer2
(10,779 posts)I'm so sorry, so very sorry. Try to hang in. It sounds horrific
Diamond_Dog
(32,122 posts)What a horrible experience! That on top of the death of your loved one.
I think I would have fainted. And I raised three kids so Im not exactly squeamish.
Please be kind to yourself, Lucky. We need you here.
underpants
(182,957 posts)Sorry for your loss.
When a nurse says HOLY SHIT! thats bad but three nurses saying it? Yikes.
yorkster
(1,512 posts)You bring a lot of fun to this place.
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LoisB
(7,243 posts)ms liberty
(8,613 posts)I've had some of those things happen. They all suck. I'm sorry you're having to deal with it, but the only way to get past it is to go through it.
So take some drugs. Eat, drink something. Go to bed or your couch. Watch some basketball. Or something else. Recuperate, and recover.
Hope you feel better soon.
Duncanpup
(12,928 posts)flashman13
(683 posts)twodogsbarking
(9,853 posts)OverBurn
(962 posts)world wide wally
(21,757 posts)FarPoint
(12,467 posts)first, I always ask if they are on any blood thinners....secondly, I remove the IV, apply direct pressure for 2 minutes then secure with coban.....no problems like what you describe....It just takes a little more time and caring in my opinion.
BittyJenkins
(411 posts)some! I bled like that when I gouged my leg with a rusty stake while gardening. It pulsated when it shot out everywhere.
Sorry about your loved one. Consider yourself hugged big time.
ShazzieB
(16,569 posts)That stake must have hit an artery! (That's what the pulsing means.) So glad you didn't bleed out, yikes,
BittyJenkins
(411 posts)I knew what it meant and thank goodness my son was home. He wrapped his belt around my leg for a tourniquet and got me to the ER.
OldBaldy1701E
(5,177 posts)Please hang in there Lucky! I am so sorry that all that happened.
Joinfortmill
(14,486 posts)calimary
(81,546 posts)Thinking SPRING, when life reinvigorates after a long cold winter.
Maybe something for you to meditate upon. I remember when my mom had her first big heart attack. All I could think of to do was to wear green. And I did that a lot. It helped to remind me to fixate on healing vibes. It actually helped. Cuz not being a doctor or nurse reminded me that I had to do little things from the sidelines to generate a flow focusing on healing.
Its kind of a woo-woo thing, I know. But it helped focus my mind and keep me going without LOSING my mind to fear and worry. Something different to fixate upon.
niyad
(113,640 posts)StarryNite
(9,464 posts)I_UndergroundPanther
(12,480 posts)No blood would come out of my finger doing a blood sugar fingerstick
I shook my hand and squeezed the fingertip I squirted my blood in my face. Been more careful since that.
I was getting a cat scan with contrast after my head hitting the ground and they announced they are putting in the contrast I was preparing for that weird flush feeling but instead something sounded like a gunshot I felt warm liquid gushing out of my arm I tried to wiggle out of the cat scan machine..scared some nut was shooting up the ER.
Turns out the IV exploded.I had no idea an IV could explode!
Anyways get better soon and look after that IV hole !
2naSalit
(86,868 posts){(((( ))))}
Harker
(14,062 posts)🎱.
Good days ahead, Lucky.
TeamProg
(6,310 posts)et tu
(928 posts)good memories and get better!
happybird
(4,645 posts)and hugs.
Warpy
(111,393 posts)and I think those 3 nurses learned that today. Given how rushed the avearage ER nurse is, they'll probably start putting pressure bandages on everybody, just in case. I always did, it only takes a second and prevents a lot of messes. If you ever have another hole poked into you, ask them to put a pressure bandage on it. You get to do that.
You can get blood out of your clothing. Fresh blood is easy, just flush it with hydrogen peroxide and it's gone. Old blood: rub strong detergent into it, add a little COLD water, and continue to scrub until the fibrin is loosened , the suds are turning brownish, and it looks like the fabric is cleaning up. Rinse with COLD water and repeat the process if you need to..
If it's in your running shoes, scrub the blood with detergent and throw into the washer with COLD water.
As you can tell from the caps, you need to use COLD water consistently. Hot water sets the blood in and you'll never get rid of it, you'll need new clothes.
I'm sorry you're having such a hard time between grief and a body that's not cooperating. At least you can get the blood out.
a kennedy
(29,728 posts)FrankTC
(210 posts)Just being in the hospital is stressful enough without having to deal with chaotic gore. What an ordeal. But it sounds like you came through the crisis Ok. Hopefully you'll be feeling more settled and moving toward better health in the future.
Niagara
(7,691 posts)We love you, LuckyCharms! Sending you PAWsitive healing energy and vibes!
I'm sorry to hear about your beloved family member.
I'm only teasing you when I ask for pictures, if I didn't like you I wouldn't tease you.
Mrs. LuckyCharms if you're reading this please take care of our LuckyCharms. Thank you!!
Here's a myriad of hugs.
murielm99
(30,778 posts)I know about blood thinners and IVs. I have had a few problems with both.
That is scary. Please take care. We need you and we love you.
AllaN01Bear
(18,576 posts)Fla Dem
(23,808 posts)You see those type of situations on the medical TV dramas and they're bad enough, but think oh, they're just adding drama, but to actually experience it is unbelievable. All the best to you LC.
Hoping for the best for you and that the tide begins to turn for you.
1WorldHope
(698 posts)Did they send you home a quart low? That sounds terrifying. Hope tomorrow is better 🤞🏼
keopeli
(3,527 posts)sheshe2
(83,972 posts)Your ER visit, that sounds terrifying. Be well
Liberty Belle
(9,538 posts)Be sure to ask the doctor; a transfusion may help you regain your strength. I hope you are on the mend soon!
JohnSJ
(92,475 posts)TBF
(32,114 posts)I'm on an anti-coagulant too. I try to remember to tell them when I have blood taken so they just wrap a bunch of gauze around rather than a tiny bandaid. I'm sorry about the loss as well, certainly a bad day & I hope tomorrow is better. (hugs)
AmBlue
(3,117 posts)Hoping things get a whole lot better, really soon!! Hang in there.
democrank
(11,112 posts)Keep us posted
niyad
(113,640 posts)Aand deepest sympathies for your loss.
people
(634 posts)For now that is definitely Hold Shit.
MLAA
(17,345 posts)Damn, youve been through so much. Sending you hugs. My sincere condolences for your loss.
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ancianita
(36,161 posts)yankee87
(2,183 posts)Hopefully youll be able to control the pain.
No more nuts or seeds. Have it also.
Good karma to you.
Demsrule86
(68,734 posts)I am sure it will get better, but diverticulitis is horrible.
beaglelover
(3,496 posts)antibiotics clear it up for you.
H2O Man
(73,645 posts)CrispyQ
(36,544 posts)Healing, comforting vibes.
OAITW r.2.0
(24,682 posts)Back in '99, my house burned down. And my mom was in late stage ALS. 2 months into the build, I had a significant artery that burst above the nose and between the eyes, 2 weeks after her passing. I had nose rockets that diverted the blood to my stomach. I kept working for about a week and I was out of gas. At check-in, I had to use the BR and puked a quart of blood. Showed the nurse and got priority service. Had a stent put in 2 days later. Thankfully, no problems since.
The reason I mention my situation is I really think that the fact I was dealing with my mom's situation (2 hours away) and building the log home for the family. At that time, I wasn't taking any BP medicine, but I think the combined stresses must have shot my BP way up and that contributed the artery blowing out.
Hang in there....I know we share similar outlooks on life and I know you'll be back better than ever.
sl8
(13,949 posts)chowder66
(9,088 posts)highplainsdem
(49,058 posts)the hospital would send you home when you'd lost so much blood you were woozy.
LudwigPastorius
(9,201 posts)Sorry for your loss, and for chrissakes get better!
Solly Mack
(90,794 posts)I'm hoping the bloodbath took your mind off the pain and everything else for a bit.
Unreal how it spurts out. At first, you're mesmerized - it seems so unreal - then you scream for "Help!".
MiHale
(9,788 posts)mdmc
(29,092 posts)True Dough
(17,339 posts)No, no no! There's a long ways to go before THE END, LC.
A little blood-letting is good for the soul. You'll be on the mend and back here giving us a chuckle in no time. If I'm not right, you get your money back!
cayugafalls
(5,646 posts)Marthe48
(17,054 posts)Drink lots of liquids, eat a lot of juicy food, like fruit, soup, jello. Taking care of yourself will take you mind off your loss, and give you time to get used to everything that's going on. Be nice to yourself!
czarjak
(11,301 posts)CousinIT
(9,267 posts)Infection is a bad bad thing and loss of that freaking much blood is...yea no photos please.
I hope they get the infection gone and that you got tranfusions and treatment for the diverticulitis.
Take care of yourself! Emotionally and physically. We need you around here!
JudyM
(29,294 posts)Sorry about your loss and grief hard times. Hope healing starts to lift you even a little.
crickets
(25,987 posts)bdamomma
(63,933 posts)Remember there are staff there to help you. Sending you well wishes, and a speedy recovery, LuckyCharms.
My sympathy to you for your loss.
Trueblue Texan
(2,447 posts)Please know that we are thinking about you, sending healing vibes.
LuckyCharms
(17,469 posts)Niagara
(7,691 posts)Maraya1969
(22,508 posts)virgdem
(2,129 posts)Evolve Dammit
(16,788 posts)Ocelot II
(115,920 posts)Blood is a good thing when it's inside and we can't see it. Don't want it out where we can see it.
Sorry for the loss of your family member, hope you feel better soon.
Danascot
(4,695 posts)so we know you're alright.
pandr32
(11,635 posts)I am so sorry to hear of your loss, and your health. I wish you some peace and healing going forward.
malthaussen
(17,219 posts)LiberalArkie
(15,730 posts)malaise
(269,233 posts)LuckyCharms
(17,469 posts)I think it may be the opiates they gave me. I can't take those things, they make me feel sick.
Hi malaise!
malaise
(269,233 posts)Get some rest
BigmanPigman
(51,643 posts)I once lost about 1/3 of my blood internally and they had to give me three transfusions.
Why didn't they keep you overnight?
I've has days like yours for a whole month. They wear me out.
LuckyCharms
(17,469 posts)I hear you about getting worn out. I hope you feel better.
I'm thinking they should have admitted me.
Wicked Blue
(5,861 posts)Sending you some good DU vibes and hoping things get better from now on
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TdeV
(159 posts)Hope you feel better soon.
Best wishes to you.