Afidz Went to the ER and is now Admitted Again :(

[Jennifer]

She said she had been in a lot of pain and wasn't able to pass much stool. Said she thought she was constipated yet stool softeners weren't helping so she went to the ER.

She had blood work and a CT scan done once she got to the ER. White blood count is high. They didn't see an obstruction but there is a lot of stool in her system (too much she said). She was told that her rectum may be diseased and that that's why she's in so much pain (this isn't for sure, its a theory at the moment). The doctors will discuss the best way to get rid of the stool.

I don't know how long they're keeping her for but so far she has an IV and was given pain medication so she's feeling more comfortable at least.

I'll update when I know more.

Feel better Afidz! :hug:

Edit: She's been given antibiotics and steroids for now.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Thanks for the info. Sorry to hear this afidz! Hope you'll feel better soon and am sending lots of hugs your way. :hug:

 

[UnXmas]

Hope you'll be well again soon, Afidz. :hug:

 

[xX_LittleMissValentine_Xx]

Hope you feel better soon Afidz x x

 

[Clash]

Sending hugs! Hope you feel better soon!

 

[HorseLover!!]

Hope you feel better soon :hug:

 

[Josephine]

Afidz, sent you positive vibes and thoughts. Hugs and hope the doctors sort you out soon. X

 

[long time crohnie]

Sending well wishes for Afidz!! Hope they are keeping u comfortable! Being FOS (full of shit) is not a good thing for us!

 

[Johnnysmom]

((((Hugs)))))

Hope they figure all of this out and you can be home soon! Glad you are feeling a bit better.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Any new updates on afidz? On facebook she mentioned finally being able to get some sleep. But, nothing else. Hopefully things are starting to be figured out for her...

 

[Jennifer]

She said she's exhausted and had another long and painful night. Still in pain she says.

I haven't heard from her in a while. She was probably given more pain medication and went to sleep and or they may be doing another test, I'm not sure. I'll update when I know more.

 

[2thFairy]

Oh no, 'fidz!! Which hospital are you at? Sending you BIG hugs, girl. :hug:

 

[Jennifer]

She said, "Medical center of mckinney on 121."

 

[Ihurt]

Sorry you are not well again . Hope you get better soon Afidz! You are in my thoughts and prayers....

 

[Jennifer]

I got a text from her saying that when the pain meds wear off she's practically screaming in pain. She also said she hasn't seen the doctor yet and its the end of the day. She assumes they are waiting until they hear from her GI possibly tomorrow but even then the doctor should come in and tell her that and give her an update on her blood test results (should be taking blood every morning) and at least see how she's doing.

 

[Crohn's gal since 1989]

:hang:Wishing you well Afidz! :hang:

 

[nogutsnoglory]

Praying for you Afidz.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Not a good thing. Sure hope the doctors can get her figured out soon... :hug:

 

[Samboi]

Hope they sort it out soon
In my thoughts.

 

[afidz]

Thank you every one for your well wishes. I finally pooped around 1 am . I would of loved to weigh the sucker! I was hoping that once I went I would feel fine and resume activity. But it seems like I've opened Pandora's box. All of the symptoms of a flare I was happy not to have have come full swing. Something tells my my vacation next week isn't going to go well.

 

[HorseLover!!]

Hope things get sorted out soon Afidz :hug:

 

[foreveryoung]

I hope you feel better soon Afidz! Sending lots of hugs and prayers your way!!!:hug:

 

[scottsma]

:rosette2::getwell::goodluck:




Very best wishes AfdiZ,I hope your pain leaves you soon.:ghug:

 

[Cat-a-Tonic]

Afidz, I hope things get better for you soon! Sending you a big hug and happy thoughts.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Gotta love having a flare during a vacation! Nothing beats that!!! Been there though and know that it sure isn't fun. :hug:

 

[fozheart]

Oh Afidz! Hang in there- I am sending lots of positive thoughts, hugs, and prayers!

 

[afidz]

I am doing better, I am allowed to eat again. They stopped the steroids, they don't think Crohn's as progressed to my rectum, it was just irritated by all of the impacted stool. They are going to put some type of cream around my rectum to bring down the swelling. They have not ruled out any abceses or fissures yet, he hasn't found any but just because he can't see them doesn't mean they aren't there. Something was blocking my stool from coming out just have to figure out what. Anyways, I am still pretty high on pain meds so I am not sure if I am making sense or not. Thank you all for your kind thoughts and wishes. It really does mean a lot to me to be a part of such a supportive community. Doc says I am definitely here for at least one more day so looking to going home on Wednesday. I will try to keep everyone updated but if I don't Jenn will. (assuming of course, I haven't actually asked her )

 

[nogutsnoglory]

Thanks for updating us, I'm glad you are well enough to log on even if only for a bit. I hope they get to the bottom of it soon and that it's nothing too serious.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Thanks for the update afidz Hopefully you'll be able to head home soon. :hug:

 

[afidz]

I look like I have been mugged. No joke. My arms are black and blue from all of the attempted IV's. My face is breaking out with large patches of dry skin and zits. My eyes are sunken in. I have been very dizzy the last couple hours, been getting double or blurred vision.
I am worried I am getting constipated again, after numerous episodes of D yesterday I have yet to go today, but I feel like I have to go, just can't make it happen.
My rectum is still very sore from earlier in the week, I can't even fathom the thought of going through that pain again.
Anyways, my white blood cell count is down, so I should be discharged tomorrow, I will keep you all updated.

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Glad to hear that the cell count is down and that you should be going home soon! Hopefully everything else will start settling down for you. :hug:

 

[Jennifer]

Afidz is home but can't really see (possible uveitis/iritis acting up again). That's all I know.

Yay for being home!

 

[Cross-stitch gal]

Thanks for keeping us updated Jennifer! :ghug:

 

[HorseLover!!]

Glad to hear she's home :hug: Thanks for keeping us posted Jennifer :ghug: :smile:

 

[afidz]

Jenifer I have no recollection of texting you I was home. HAHA! I pretty much slept all day yesterday. I feel pretty awful today Still haven't had a bowel movement. Everything feels swollen. Going to try to relax today but I have a lot of homework to catch up on

 

[UnXmas]

I look like I have been mugged. No joke. My arms are black and blue from all of the attempted IV's. My face is breaking out with large patches of dry skin and zits. My eyes are sunken in. I have been very dizzy the last couple hours, been getting double or blurred vision.
I am worried I am getting constipated again, after numerous episodes of D yesterday I have yet to go today, but I feel like I have to go, just can't make it happen.
My rectum is still very sore from earlier in the week, I can't even fathom the thought of going through that pain again.
Anyways, my white blood cell count is down, so I should be discharged tomorrow, I will keep you all updated.

Do you think it's possible that you're not constipated, just empty from having so much diarrhoea the day before?

I'm glad to hear you're home. Getting home after a stay in hospital is the best feeling.

 

[afidz]

I haven't gone for 3-4 days and I have eaten since then. I was able to go a little bit a few hours ago. I am just taking it easy for a while.
The on call GI said it didn't seem like my disease has progressed to my rectum but that I need to follow up with my GI to be sure. Hopefully it hasn't, I had never had a problem with constipation before.

 

[fozheart]

It has been a few days, and I am wondering how you are! At least a little improvement, I am praying!

 

[afidz]

I'm doing alright! good moments and bad moments. Been relaxing all day today because I am going on vacation on Tuesday and I don't want Crohn's to bring down my good time.

 

[long time crohnie]

So happy your doing somewhat better! Hope you have a safe and fun vacation!!