Frustrating one this time. I've learned enough about my condition that sometimes I need a pain reliever - Percocet - to cut the edge of the pain and stay ahead of my 'pain curve.' Not every day, but maybe every two, three, four days. It varies week to week.
Started seeing the need on Monday but was down to my last pill. Call thenPCP who refers me to the GI for a new prescription. GI points me back to PCP. I proceed to chase back and forth.
Eventually the PCP calls Tuesday afternoon and says come in around 4 PM. By the time I get there of course I'm at a 7 on the pain scale and need something that will act faster and more powerful than a Percocet. They turn me around and send me to the ER with a nice note that they know my case, I'm at a seven and oh by the way, hypoactive bowel sounds indicating possible obstruction.
Seven hours later I finally get home after some IV fluids, zofran and morphine injections, plus a negative CT scan. But I'm at least feeling better, sharpness of the pain is cut and I can manage it again.
Of course Wednesday the GI's office calls to come pick up a new prescription for Percocet. Which we do, 'cause they definitely help me manage the situation and I figure I should get it while I can for next time.
Just frustrating, but everything worked out and at least no hospital admission this time.
Started seeing the need on Monday but was down to my last pill. Call thenPCP who refers me to the GI for a new prescription. GI points me back to PCP. I proceed to chase back and forth.
Eventually the PCP calls Tuesday afternoon and says come in around 4 PM. By the time I get there of course I'm at a 7 on the pain scale and need something that will act faster and more powerful than a Percocet. They turn me around and send me to the ER with a nice note that they know my case, I'm at a seven and oh by the way, hypoactive bowel sounds indicating possible obstruction.
Seven hours later I finally get home after some IV fluids, zofran and morphine injections, plus a negative CT scan. But I'm at least feeling better, sharpness of the pain is cut and I can manage it again.
Of course Wednesday the GI's office calls to come pick up a new prescription for Percocet. Which we do, 'cause they definitely help me manage the situation and I figure I should get it while I can for next time.
Just frustrating, but everything worked out and at least no hospital admission this time.