The question is simple, when should I, if at all, go to the ER's for symptom relief? In the past I would would just "wing it" and go if I felt it needed. But that is no longer a viable option. I have spent so much time in area ER's looking for nausea, vomiting and pain relief that most area hospitals believe I am a "drug seeker." It probably doesn't help that I walk into the emergency room KNOWING EXACTLY WHAT I NEED AND WHAT WILL NOT WORK. The best example of this issue is the drug Tordol, an anti-inflammatory. I know it will not work on my belly, its been tried over and over. But what can I do, just walk into the ER declaring that I need an immediate IV and a 4mg dose of Zofran and a minimal dose of Dilaudid. Most ER's are just following their narcotic usage protocols, I really cannot be too angry, except for the fact that I am suffering and all I want is relief.
Anyone else having this issue and what did you do?
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