please talk me out of going to er.

Aww, PK - I'm so sorry.


Maybe for the next while, just rinse your mouth out with water...and not swallow it if you're just bringing it back up.

But, you're going to need fluids if this goes on much longer.

If you can't keep water down...you may need some IV treatment to take care of your dehydration.
I know you don't want to go to the hospital...but it may be necessary if this doesn't resolve soon.

Aw, I'm sorry you're so sick!

How long have you been unable to keep water down? Are you dehydrated? Can you sip some tea with ginger? That's usually better for me before water. Or flat ginger ale, or possibly suck on ice chips?

If you do decide to go in, you could go just for fluids. You don't have to agree to any testing and they can't force you to stay.

I hope you feel better very soon!

Pkitty-

I know you don't want to go in but dry heaving and dehydration can be very serious. Just ask for help in stopping the dry heaves and hydration - antinausea med and iv. Can you also bring a friend/loved one to back you up with your wishes?

Big hugs.

Peppermint Tea

Girlie - I was in a similar situation after my barium swallow. I could not stop throwing up. I couldn't tolerate even a sip of water. Only bile was coming up.

My husband had to take me in. The combo of anti nausea and IV turned me around. I think it might stop the cycle for "P-kitty", too .

I didn't even think of the P-kitty sounding like P-diddy. You are right

Hoping your evening turns around P-kitty.

let us know how you are doing and I hope things get better for you.

Thinking of you and hope you have a restful night.

Take care, Jo

Maybe it wouldn't make much difference, but do you live near an Urgent Care (UC) clinic, versus a full-blown Emergency Room (ER)? I find UC clinics to be faster, friendlier, and more cost-effective than an ER, most of the time.

Before I read everyone else's responses, my first thought was you likely need some I.V. fluids, due to dehydration. Please keep your safety and your health foremost in mind.

If you go to UC or ER, bring your meds and keep them in your pocket/purse and don't mention them to anyone. If possible, smuggle a small bottle of water with you - at least enough to take your meds. Or, less ideal, you can ask to go the bathroom and drink from the sink. When I go the ER, I always bring a LÄRABAR with me, because I know I will get hungry, as they keep me there for hours. I also bring earplugs, a jacket, iPod, hat, and sunglasses, since often I go for Migraines and it's cold and loud in there.

It's better to get help that's not needed, versus not getting help when you do need it!

I hope you feel better soon. Please update us, when you're able.

Sincerely,
The Dude

Post Edited (The Dude Abides) : 12/23/2017 6:28:00 PM (GMT-7)

ok guys, I gotta go. thx for the push

Oh Purr, I sure hope you are doing better.

Maybe it is too much stress this time of year?

Hubby is feeling off for the past 2 days.... I am babying him .... I think it is the time of year.

Thinking of you this morning, P-kitty. Hope you were met with more compassionate care than your previous ER visit. Update when you can.

Hugs.

Peppermint Tea

I'm home. I'm ok. Just so weak. love you guys. Merry Christmas. hugs

Merry Christmas to you, too, P-Kitty. Snuggle under the covers and rest up.

Glad you went in and that you got to go home quickly too. How are you now?