I can admit it. Right now, I am probably that lovely word that rhymes with witch to many. If only they knew though, the “joy” I am going through.
My migraines originally started while I was pregnant with Aubrey. I knew very well that more than likely, they would come back just as much in another pregnancy. Well, they’re back but I’m not totally convinced that it is just a migraine.
Hyperemesis still has hold of me at nearly 16 weeks. I can not tell you how many veins have blown with the IVs I have needed for fluid. The nurse that took care of me at the hospital last time felt horrible because one BLEW as she entered my skin with the needle. She kept apologizing to me but hey, it’s not her fault my veins suck when I’m dehydrated.
At my last OB, I was told to call in if the headache pain or nausea got worse. Well, I made a phone call after an ER visit for the headache. The nurses response, “Take a nap. Dark room.” Hi uh thanks, had migraines for over three years now, if I’m calling you, it means everything I can do at home is NOT working. I got told primary care would have to take care of me. (Does my OB know I even called in??) So sure enough, I went to primary care, expecting to be told OB would have to take care of it.
Thank god for a doctor that listened as I was prescribed a painkiller that is safe to take in pregnancy. Only problem? Kind of hard to keep down with no food in your system.
Fast forward to today, sick as a dog once again. Throwing my hands up in defeat, I make the call. After waiting 2 and 1/2 hours, the nurse calls back and proceeds to give me the whole blah blah of small meals, water, low carbs. Once again, I’m not stupid, I’ve done this before. I even say “Then why was I told by the doctor to call in if it was getting out of control?” Well every pregnancy is different. No duh sherlock, I’m pregnant with TWINS.
After getting rid of the nurse, I call back to a receptionist asking to get in sooner. She said she understood I felt like crap and well, she took a message. I guess I have to wait for the nurse to say I need to be seen sooner.
How many more blown veins and lost pounds do I need for them to actually give a crap??
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Sending lots of love and hugs your way 🙂
That is insane I would have thrown a huge fit lol. I had to fight to get my iron checked because they kept argueing until I insisted they checked it. I hope things start to get better for you and babies.