It Started With Stomach Cramps

[Libertarian01]

Right before bed last night I got some bad stomach cramps. Took some Pepto Bismal and sleepytime.

Wake up a few hours later and the cramps persist. Now some Tums but it still persists.

Decide I might have an issue so off to the VA ER I go.

Poked and prodded. Peed in the cup. Blood drawn. Finally a CT scan.

This is how I find out I have acute pancreatitis.

Now meds for pain and stomach upset. Up to three days inpatient with no food or liquuds to give my pancreas time to rest.

Just found out I need an ultrasound because I might(?) have gall stones, which the doctor wants to remove my gall bladder.

Fortunately I caught it early and didn't waste time.

For now just bored out of my mind.

Great way to start the week...

Regards,

Doug

 

[indykid]

Glad you caught it early and it looks like in time you will get better.

At least you have INGO to help pass the boring time you are having!

 

[spencer rifle]

If you're really bored, you can discuss the relative merits of .45 vs. 9mm, or the cultural tragedy we call "pineapple on pizza."

 

[actaeon277]

yikjes.

good luck

 

[1nderbeard]

I'm sure your docs know what they're doing.

But make sure it's not appendicitis. One of my employees had symptoms very similar to yours. Cramps got worse, and about a week later it was discovered her appendix ruptured. She should have died, but thankfully made it out of the emergency operation. Her doctors told her it was just gall stones, and it would eventually go away.

 

[snorko]

Very happy you were proactive. Too many folks put stuff off thinking it's "only indigestion" or "just gas". I hope you have a speedy recovery.

 

[Colt556]

Glad you went to ER instead of waiting. I had similar symptoms a couple years ago and they removed my GB. Had one big stone blocking the duct. Pretty routine anymore. Good Luck.

 

[Creedmoor]

Right before bed last night I got some bad stomach cramps. Took some Pepto Bismal and sleepytime.

Wake up a few hours later and the cramps persist. Now some Tums but it still persists.

Decide I might have an issue so off to the VA ER I go.

Poked and prodded. Peed in the cup. Blood drawn. Finally a CT scan.

This is how I find out I have acute pancreatitis.

Now meds for pain and stomach upset. Up to three days inpatient with no food or liquuds to give my pancreas time to rest.

Just found out I need an ultrasound because I might(?) have gall stones, which the doctor wants to remove my gall bladder.

Fortunately I caught it early and didn't waste time.

For now just bored out of my mind.

Great way to start the week...

Regards,

Doug

My brother from another mother has pancreatitis, his was caused by his alcohol consumption.

 

[Expat]

Sorry to hear that. I hope they get you fixed up

 

[wcd]

If you're really bored, you can discuss the relative merits of .45 vs. 9mm, or the cultural tragedy we call "pineapple on pizza."

I do not think he has that much time?

 

[Emerson Dambiggins]

Hope you feel better soon!

 

[Spencer2A]

Right before bed last night I got some bad stomach cramps. Took some Pepto Bismal and sleepytime.

Wake up a few hours later and the cramps persist. Now some Tums but it still persists.

Decide I might have an issue so off to the VA ER I go.

Poked and prodded. Peed in the cup. Blood drawn. Finally a CT scan.

This is how I find out I have acute pancreatitis.

Now meds for pain and stomach upset. Up to three days inpatient with no food or liquuds to give my pancreas time to rest.

Just found out I need an ultrasound because I might(?) have gall stones, which the doctor wants to remove my gall bladder.

Fortunately I caught it early and didn't waste time.

For now just bored out of my mind.

Great way to start the week...

Regards,

Doug

One of my parents has been dealing with pancreatitis for decades it’s a painful disease. Always in the hospital on no food or water during attacks. Would highly not recommend any surgeries to fix the issue as every time they touched the pancreas it was near deadly attack to organ failure. Good luck to you and prayers

 

[armalitesheepdog]

I hope your on the mend. I recently had the flu that turned into pneumonia and that put me In ICU on a ventilatior. Point being good job seeking help before it got out of hand like I did. Its 4 weeks after discharge and I'm still recovering.
I was one of the old coots that dont go to doctors

 

[tmschuller]

Prayers for you and quick healing!
Wife had similar issues and we go to the surgeon tomorrow and it’s her gallbladder. Been in misery for weeks. Can’t believe how these things take.

 

[red_zr24x4]

I'm sure your docs know what they're doing.

But make sure it's not appendicitis. One of my employees had symptoms very similar to yours. Cramps got worse, and about a week later it was discovered her appendix ruptured. She should have died, but thankfully made it out of the emergency operation. Her doctors told her it was just gall stones, and it would eventually go away.

Same thing with my youngest, but the ER Doc barely examined him. Doped him up so he couldn't walk and sent him home.

Best of luck to you and a speedy recovery

 

[Ziggidy]

Praying for a fast recovery.

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

Prayers for a speedy recovery.

 

[model1994]

but seriously, best wishes for a recovery. take care.

 

[55fairlane]

I have nothing fun or catching to say, so I will offer prayers

 

[Indyhd]

Hoping for a speedy recovery!!