Just an update...

[Ohbehave007]

It has come to some peoples attention that I am not as active this month with the exercise challenges and other challenges. I don't want anyone to get the wrong impression because as you know I am loving the exercise.

On September 30th I began having some stomach pains which would come and go. By October 2nd they had become so bad that I couldn't even eat a tbsp of chicken soup without being in terrible pain shortly after. I even had to call my boyfriend home because I seriously thought I was dying.

October 3rd and 4th I slept through, only waking when the pain became so bad from not eating that I would give in and have a little bit of something. I started feeling better on the 4th and decided to have some "solid" food. This was a very bad idea.

It is now October 6th and for the past two days I haven't been able to eat anything, it has come to the point that I refuse to eat just so the pain don't increase (I know bad, bad!). I finally gave in and started nibbling on wasa crackers (70% wholegrain, 24% fiber, 6% mystery - No Sugar or sweetners). So far they have caused the least pain but I still do have the throbbing pain after eating them but it takes a little longer to get there. I know this isn't part of my rung but I couldn't think of anything else.

I have been reading up on how to sooth the stomach in a natural way (I am all for homeopathic remedies) but so far none have worked. I have a doctors appointment today at 4:15pm. I should have made one earlier but I have no insurance...Now it can't come soon enough. I haven't really slept in almost a week (I wake up so many times because of the pain).

So for now this tired and hungry person is going to go cuddle up in bed with a ton of blankets (I keep getting very cold) and try to get a little more sleep. If that doesn't happen then I will play some silly game until I pass out.

Take care all and I will update you as soon as I know something (so later today hopefully )

[chinadoll]

Yes, I admit it was me, the Push Up drill instructor checking up on you. I am keeping my fingers crossed for you. It can me so many things to cause this pain and I know how miserable you feel (mine was gall bladder) so keep us posted on how your doing and take care of you.

[Whatsername]

So sorry to hear you have been in so much pain. I hope you get some answers and some relief at the doctors. Keep us updated.

Thinking of you and sending hugs,
Jane

[Georgiana]

Fingers crossed the doctor will figure out quickly what's going on and you'll be back on your feet in no time.

I'm surprised you're allowed not to have a medical insurance in the Netherlands, as a student. At our university you need to provide a proof of medical insurance to enroll (they need it to get us a residence permit, I believe).

I'd better go do some push-ups now, before Sergeant Jill shows up.

[Ohbehave007]

Ok so I just got back home. I have a obstruction in my large intestine. Because of this my intestine is swollen and inflamed. I was prescribed Lactulos Actavis 670mg/ml. She told me it would take about a week to start feeling back to normal since it is pretty sever. I take the medicine before bed so now all I have to do is wait until bedtime....

[Whatsername]

Well glad you got some answers and some medicine. Hope you feel better soon.


Jane

[Ohbehave007]

This is the third time I have tried to update...my computer stinks so I will keep it short and sweet :

Day 1 of Recovery:

Woke up with some slight stomach discomfort but decided to take a walk with boyfriend.
While out on walk we stopped at the store where I had to make an emergency visit to the ladies room.
When I got home I took a shower and then realized: I am freaking hungry for the first time in a week...
Ate some food and waited for the pain...no pain. So I ate some more and still no pain. I became nauseated due to eating to much.
Took a nap.
I awoke with a sore throat (thanks bubba for not covering your mouth when you cough!) and slight stomach discomfort.
Became hungry again and ate. Still no pain.
Now it is 5:30am and I am feeling ok. Slight pain in lower stomach area and left side.
Will take medicine again when I go to bed and hope I sleep through the night.

[imagood1]

Hope you are feeling better real soon!!! Take care of yourself. Don't forget to take your meds.

[chinadoll]

Oh I hope that means the worst is over and you will soon be feeling 100%! Glad the meds seem to be helping.

[mizski]

Originally Posted by Ohbehave007

Ok so I just got back home. I have a obstruction in my large intestine. Because of this my intestine is swollen and inflamed.

Oh my!! Did the obstruction go away??? Anyways, glad you saw the doctor and got proper treatment and meds. Hope you are feeling better soon.