I made it out of my Colonoscopy and Upper GI yesterday and I didn’t wake up…YAY! But let me tell you I had a little breakdown during everything…I guess I should feel in the blanks on what happened yesterday…
I had to arrive at the hospital before 7 a.m. and well since my doctor is the chief of medical staff he had to run a meeting, so I had to wait until 8:30 a.m. so my nerves that I thought where under control wasn’t…They got the Anesthesiologist to come in to find a vein, well good luck with that since I hadn’t had anything to drink in over 8 hours so you could say I was a little dehydrated…Well it took him 3 sticks and that is when my breakdown accrued…I just kept thinking that this was going to be like last time and how I woke up during the procedure of the Upper GI and I’m in the same room as last time and all…So why he is poking and prodding me to find a vein, I’m crying hysterically…And my poor husband is trying to rub my head and the nurse is squeezing my hand…This isn’t helping me at the moment, I just wanted to runaway with my backless gown and never look back…Now how pathetic am I, seriously..Finally he hit a vein and they rolled me in to do the procedures and they promised me that they would knock me out good and well it was a success…I don’t recall one thing that they did, but they did remove a piece out of my new Gastric Bypass stomach which I don’t understand why…I know things are going on with me, but they didn’t tell me what they were testing for…On my discharge it says normal Upper GI except bypass…Now the Doctor told my husband that the surgery part still looked good…So if anyone can explain what they think that is, I would sure appreciate it…I go back in a week to see what they found out and will keep everyone posted…
I apologize for not being around much but what I have been going through has put me in a funk and I need to get out of it…And it seems like there is always something and I don’t like that…I want to share my experiences but it’s tiring as well to tell the bad more then good…So believe me when I say this, I don’t like telling you nothing but the negative but this is my life and I have to be honest with my readers…I can’t say I’m having a great day when I’m not, it’s not me to deceive anyone…I appreciate each and everyone of you who have been so kind to offer support and just being there…
Berrigirl
I am so sorry you had to go through this again. I know how bad you feel, I really do. But it is all over now and you made it through like a champ!
And I do think the needles trigger something in you. I had a similar breakdown too after having been in the hospital for a while. They used up all my veins and had to use diabetic needles in my ankles to draw blood. That was fun. It does something to you mentally, and unless you have been through it, I don’t think people can comprehend it. But I get it, I understand. Don’t feel bad.
It’s all over now, your home, your ok. Rest.
I’m not any kind of medical person, so take this as a total amateur opinion…but what I’ve heard about stomach biopsies is that they are testing for bacteria that would indicate you have an ulcer. I know my mother-in-law has had tests like that, and I think that might be what they did when they were testing to see if her stomach made enough acid (she was having problems with digestion). So maybe it’s a “too much acid” vs “not enough” sort of test?
At any rate, whatever they are testing for, I hope they find answers and treatments so you will start to feel better SOON!
Lisa- I agree with you that needles do weird things to you especially working a person into having a breakdown…:) And I know you understand and appreciate your friendship and support…
Beth- No I appreciate your opinion, I just didn’t know and if someone does or has a thought please always share with me…I would like to start feeling better soon…:0
Hi Sweetie: I wish I could take away the pain, anxiety and uncertainty you are feeling, but since I can’t, I will just tell you that I am praying for you and hoping they will find the answers and a cure for your untenable situation. Stay strong and do your best to find something positive in each day — despite the negativity and scariness that abounds. There is peace in optimism; maybe you can draw on ours for your sustenance? Anyway, keep us posted and don’t give up. That which doesn’t kill us makes us stronger — which makes you a mighty warrior in a tiny package!
…..there’s always someone (else) worse off than you are
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