Medical Alert Bracelet/Necklace

Do you have one?

Do you wear it?

I got mine as a pre-op. It tells the world that I've had RNY, no blind ng tube, blood type, docs # and my info.

Yes and yes.
Although it is a bit worn. I should probably invest in a new one.

Hey Valena!

I heard a story about a pouch getting blown out because of a blind ng. Have you ever heard of this?

No, but I believe there is a danger of puncturing if attempting a Blind NG tube.

I don't have one, how do you get one?

Yours is cute!

I went to Walgreen's and ordered for around $15.00. They sent it directly to my home. I then removed the original bracelet and blinged it out with some crystals and silver. I didn't want it too over the top - I wanted to make sure they knew that it wasn't just jewelry.

How do you get one?

Walgreen's (see above for more info) is where I got it. I did try to find other places that were available on line but they were so pricey. I wanted to keep mine very simple since I was planning on embellishing it.

They are pricey. They cost an average of 50 and up for the bracelets online. I will use this info to get my other bracelet!

Thanks!

Yes,  my surgeon gives them out at the time of discharge,  that and a child's  (reduced menu card). 


Mines states   Sleeve Gastrectomy  (VSG)  No  Blind NG,  No  NS AIDS.   Denhdr.  risk.