Why don't doctors listen to us?? UPDATED

I'm not getting released from the hospital today because my hemoglobin is low (and dropping daily... Was 9.7 yesterday and is 9.1 today). I warned them that not taking iron for 2 weeks might be a problem but they were more concerned about constipation issues than my blood levels, so now I have to stay here today and get 2 units of blood to raise my level up. Dr's comment:"it is dropping unusually quickly". My response:"just as I warned you it might." Grrr. I miss baby Gus and wanted to go home.

The good news is that the pain is lessening, and I am not desperate for pain meds before the 4 hours between doses is up. I still need it every 4 hours, but was able to delay it 45 min this morning to move the meds closer to my PT session. So the pain is less severe. Long way to go, but met all post-op PT goals... And they will be sending a home health care PT 2-3 times per week for 2 weeks.

UPDATE: The doctor has decided that one unit of blood should be enough, so I will be getting out after dinner

Lora

Argh!  I hate when they don't listen.  Seems like it might have made more sense to keep you on the iron and give you some Mirilax to prevent the constipation.  But honestly, I'd prefer to get constipated and then need a suppository than to have my hemoglobin that low and need two units of blood. 

I'm glad your pain is getting better, though.

Super frustrating!  We do know our bodies!  At least the pain is better!  Hang in there!

Glad to know you are doing a little better.

So sorry you can't go home yet! I know that is so disappointing! Will the blood transfusions get your levels up faster than an iron infusion?

Take care,

Pam

Sorry to hear you don't get to go home today but glad that the pain is getting better. The home pt will really help as she will work with you to help you get around your house more easily. Hang in there you'll be home soon.

I'm sorry. I am sure Baby Gus misses you like crazy!!! Sometimes we have to go with our gut feelings regardless of the Dr. Advice we get. (((((((((Hugs)))))))))))

Really... that stinks!  Amazing how different surgeons are from hospital to hospital. I took my iron right up to the day before surgery because she didn't want to mess with the blood values. She wasn't concerned with the constipation issue as long as I was aware of  it and taking the meds she prescribed for it. As it was, my RBC dropped after surgery despite the Iron supplement.

Glad the pain is moderating. You'll be home to baby Gus tomorrow and  be better everyday.

Buried under 2 feet of snow today (snow and freezing rain last night) and still going so who knows...maybe 3ft! Stuck in the house....went out to test the footing and promptly started to slip...all ice underneath. I won't risk my knee just to clean off the car. Wish i knew a high school boy looking to earn a little cash!

Thinking of you!

Cindy

look at those cute baby bums!

I just LOVE fluffy little Chow puppy butts! That made me giggle with delight! Thanks so much for posting it.

My mom said Gus grew longer legs one night and grew wrinkled looking fur on his forehead one night, so I can't wait to see him!

Lora