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LuckyCharms

(19,543 posts)
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 01:37 PM Oct 2024

I'm in the ER for the second time in 3 weeks, and they're going to admit me today.

I have a bad infection and I'm pretty high on morphine.

Not sure how long I'll be here, but I may not be posting for a bit.

So you all behave yourselves.

If I croak, you are all in my will for 2 dollars each, until my entire estate of $32 is exhausted.

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I'm in the ER for the second time in 3 weeks, and they're going to admit me today. (Original Post) LuckyCharms Oct 2024 OP
Any recommendations for Santa Anita this afternoon? NT mahatmakanejeeves Oct 2024 #1
We'll be thinking of you, and hoping YOU behave YOURself! elleng Oct 2024 #2
Sounds like your sense of humor is quite healthy, anyway! vanlassie Oct 2024 #3
If you won't behave, why should we??? Get well as soon as you can! marble falls Oct 2024 #4
Morphine drip would be welcome sometimes. Getting really old sucks (75). NoMoreRepugs Oct 2024 #5
I can't take morphine. LittleGirl Oct 2024 #23
There's a lot of other options. Elessar Zappa Oct 2024 #116
Good luck to you, nt delisen Oct 2024 #6
Hoping for a good out come XanaDUer2 Oct 2024 #7
❤️ underpants Oct 2024 #8
Behave ourselves?? I wish you all the best health and very soon. But you should know Scrivener7 Oct 2024 #9
Well... 2naSalit Oct 2024 #10
Take care of yourself. greatauntoftriplets Oct 2024 #11
Happy 23rd DUnniversary! niyad Oct 2024 #75
Thank you! greatauntoftriplets Oct 2024 #88
Could you briefly/ genearalize/ share what your infection is about and why the pain? FarPoint Oct 2024 #12
Get better soon Lucky. Diamond_Dog Oct 2024 #13
Hoping for a speedy recovery Tumbulu Oct 2024 #14
Are we listed in your will alphabetically? If so, my new username is A1. I will spend the $2 wisely at the race track. usaf-vet Oct 2024 #15
Roulette 22 ? Tetrachloride Oct 2024 #19
MY new user name is AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA1 AZ8theist Oct 2024 #40
Thanks for letting us know. femmedem Oct 2024 #16
Just hang in there 🫶🏻 Miami Blue Oct 2024 #17
Mmm, morphine drip sounds niiiiiice. Lunabell Oct 2024 #18
❤ 💐 🤗 quaint Oct 2024 #20
Take it reeeeeeeal easy, LuckyCharms. calimary Oct 2024 #21
Get better soon, LC. 💕 sheshe2 Oct 2024 #22
Blessings upon you, LC! majdrfrtim Oct 2024 #24
Get well Figarosmom Oct 2024 #25
Please get well real soon. iluvtennis Oct 2024 #26
Hang in there, LuckyCharms! OldBaldy1701E Oct 2024 #27
Whatever it is, KICK IT'S ASS. yonder Oct 2024 #28
All the best to one of the best posters. I'll forego the 2 bucks... NNadir Oct 2024 #29
Get well soon. Been there, done that -- twice. rsdsharp Oct 2024 #30
Wishing you a quick recovery. pandr32 Oct 2024 #31
Prayed for you. Take care. Joinfortmill Oct 2024 #32
No croaking! Hang tough, Lucky Charms. ancianita Oct 2024 #33
Get better soon mountain grammy Oct 2024 #34
Oh, no. I hope they get it cleared up. Meanwhile: BIG HUG! LoisB Oct 2024 #35
Will be thinking of you, Lucky Charms. HeartsCanHope Oct 2024 #36
take care! cab67 Oct 2024 #37
Paid Yoda $2 for this healing, so you owe me nothing KS Toronado Oct 2024 #38
You are one of a kind, Lucky. So we need to keep you kicking rurallib Oct 2024 #39
I'm sure they'll take good care of you Lucky! True Dough Oct 2024 #41
Wow, that gif is hypnotic to watch! ShazzieB Oct 2024 #46
Conveyor belt healthcare True Dough Oct 2024 #47
Please don't croak! tosh Oct 2024 #42
Croaking is for toads. n/t Harker Oct 2024 #43
Wishing you a speedy recovery! Look forward to you being back here. Bev54 Oct 2024 #44
Sending all the positive vibes and energy that I can, Lucky! Niagara Oct 2024 #45
Get well! cate94 Oct 2024 #48
Get well! cate94 Oct 2024 #49
Glad you are under docs care Demovictory9 Oct 2024 #50
Sending you lots of healing hugs. gademocrat7 Oct 2024 #51
Get well ❤️‍🩹 onecaliberal Oct 2024 #52
Get well Soon!! YoshidaYui Oct 2024 #53
Did you vote? murielm99 Oct 2024 #54
Hang in there! GopherGal Oct 2024 #76
oh, please get better soon markie Oct 2024 #55
Oh no , that's terrible, LuckyCharms wendyb-NC Oct 2024 #56
*hugs* GPV Oct 2024 #57
All the best to you Lucky Charms. Fla Dem Oct 2024 #58
Feel better, get better. Lots of us like you BoomaofBandM Oct 2024 #59
What the heck lucky! Don't make me come over there! littlemissmartypants Oct 2024 #60
Get well soon. nt Dear_Prudence Oct 2024 #61
Keep your two dollars and hurry back. Emile Oct 2024 #62
Any sort of severe infection really sucks Warpy Oct 2024 #63
They are experts KT2000 Oct 2024 #64
You hang in there, LC AmBlue Oct 2024 #65
I appreciate your generosity tavernier Oct 2024 #66
Sending you some of these BumRushDaShow Oct 2024 #67
Come home safely LC SleeplessinSoCal Oct 2024 #68
thanks! i've never been mentioned in a will! et tu Oct 2024 #69
Keep us posted. Hoping for a speedy recovery. Solly Mack Oct 2024 #70
Hoping for a full, speedy recovery! peggysue2 Oct 2024 #71
I do hope you can handle morphine. When I btroke my ankle they gave me morphine shots for 3 days. True Blue American Oct 2024 #72
Don't you owe me 32 bucks? BaronChocula Oct 2024 #73
Don't you DARE croak on us, LC!!! We love you, and we need you here. niyad Oct 2024 #74
You know good and well that we cannot be trusted to stay out of trouble! Laffy Kat Oct 2024 #77
Wishing you a speedy recovery from your infection. virgdem Oct 2024 #78
🌈Swift and gentle healing, LuckyC 💖 Hekate Oct 2024 #79
Keep the faith, dear Charms... GoldenMezzoDiva Oct 2024 #80
Hang in there Mz Pip Oct 2024 #81
Sorry. You aren't allowed to die before we get a vote out of you! :) n/t brewens Oct 2024 #82
Get well enjoy the morphine Lucky. Duncanpup Oct 2024 #83
Feel better SocialDemocrat61 Oct 2024 #84
Come back soon Donkees Oct 2024 #85
Get well proud patriot Oct 2024 #86
You made me laugh in your moment of struggle, keep fighting and get well real soon! louslobbs Oct 2024 #87
Good Luck for a Full Recovery!!! 👍 electric_blue68 Oct 2024 #89
sending love and light n/t KatK Oct 2024 #90
Inhale. Exhale. Repeat. Can't go wrong. dchill Oct 2024 #91
Hope you get well soon Picaro Oct 2024 #92
Don't die! Marthe48 Oct 2024 #93
Get well ASAP. You need to vote. Wicked Blue Oct 2024 #94
Sending hugs and healing energy, LC! Hope you'll be better very soon with the IV antibiotics you can highplainsdem Oct 2024 #95
I hope your infection heals quickly, Lucky! Different Drummer Oct 2024 #96
Lucky Charms! Dem2theMax Oct 2024 #97
3 times?! Do you get frequent flyer miles? MLAA Oct 2024 #98
LuckyCharms bdamomma Oct 2024 #99
Get well soon! JoseBalow Oct 2024 #100
Aw man Leghorn21 Oct 2024 #101
You are one of the best, Mr. Charms. My advice? OAITW r.2.0 Oct 2024 #102
sending viibes for you to recover BlueTexasMan Oct 2024 #103
Get well, Lucky! summer_in_TX Oct 2024 #104
THANK YOU ALL. YOU'RE THE BEST. LuckyCharms Oct 2024 #105
You're welcome, Lucky!!! Niagara Oct 2024 #107
It's so good to read this! I am sorry you have to deal with a grouchy snorer, though, and I hope he'll be released highplainsdem Oct 2024 #112
We love you, LC. Please listen to your nurses and see if they can rustle you up littlemissmartypants Oct 2024 #126
Sending best wishes to get well soon and jump back in this ring peacebuzzard Oct 2024 #106
There are many smart people on DU. Prairie_Seagull Oct 2024 #108
Maybe they have earplugs? Good luck! electric_blue68 Oct 2024 #109
Is this due to the pole dancing accident? quaint Oct 2024 #110
... Niagara Oct 2024 #128
In that case, I relinquish my claim. DFW Oct 2024 #111
This message was self-deleted by its author Chin music Oct 2024 #113
I'm not going to lie, I could sure use those two dollars. Xavier Breath Oct 2024 #114
Some people will do anything to get drugs. malthaussen Oct 2024 #115
Feel better. I'd just spend my $2 on the lottery anyway. nilram Oct 2024 #117
Sending you good thoughts. Lucky Charms debm55 Oct 2024 #118
Story time. LuckyCharms Oct 2024 #119
Dear Gawd and Sweet Jesus! I love you! ❤️ littlemissmartypants Oct 2024 #125
Did that nice dr. ask for her card back? Marthe48 Oct 2024 #129
Story time. LuckyCharms Oct 2024 #120
LUCKY!!!! Nittersing Oct 2024 #122
1- Mrs Lucky chose very well. irisblue Oct 2024 #123
DUDE! I'm just joined but lurked for awhile and want to say I always love your posts! AZJonnie Oct 2024 #121
Wait? And you're telling us to behave?? LOL IcyPeas Oct 2024 #124
you better recover Kali Oct 2024 #127

Scrivener7

(53,940 posts)
9. Behave ourselves?? I wish you all the best health and very soon. But you should know
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 01:46 PM
Oct 2024

I'm going to run with scissors until you get back here.

greatauntoftriplets

(177,230 posts)
11. Take care of yourself.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 01:52 PM
Oct 2024

As a doctor once told me, hospitals are terrrible places to recover from an illness. This is a true story.

greatauntoftriplets

(177,230 posts)
88. Thank you!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 05:20 PM
Oct 2024

It's hard to realize that it's been that long. I'd lurked since February, but only had a computer at work and they didn't take nicely to my idea of using the internet during business hours. Finally bought one with my Christmas bonus that year.

FarPoint

(13,822 posts)
12. Could you briefly/ genearalize/ share what your infection is about and why the pain?
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 01:52 PM
Oct 2024

Last edited Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:23 PM - Edit history (1)

Glad you are being admitted to finally control and resolve this infection....Guessing IV antibiotics are next?

usaf-vet

(7,250 posts)
15. Are we listed in your will alphabetically? If so, my new username is A1. I will spend the $2 wisely at the race track.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 01:55 PM
Oct 2024

Better yet, be well and get that infection under control.

AZ8theist

(6,625 posts)
40. MY new user name is AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA1
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:36 PM
Oct 2024

I could use 2 bucks.......

Seriously, get well. The ER sucks.......was there twice last year for Covid. No fun....

majdrfrtim

(340 posts)
24. Blessings upon you, LC!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:13 PM
Oct 2024

I appreciate your contributions to this community.

As May Sarton wrote at the end of her poem, "Of Molluscs":
"Eat. Rest. Be nourished on the tide of love."

NNadir

(35,128 posts)
29. All the best to one of the best posters. I'll forego the 2 bucks...
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:16 PM
Oct 2024

...in wishing a speedy and complete recovery.

BTW, I got a morphine drip after a bicycle accident in my 20s, which was the last time I actually wanted to listen to the Grateful Dead, thinking I wouldn't notice they were seldom in tune.

rsdsharp

(10,459 posts)
30. Get well soon. Been there, done that -- twice.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:18 PM
Oct 2024

I was lucky that my infections didn’t hurt. Sounds like you get a morphine/antibiotic cocktail. Mmmmmmm.

Niagara

(10,132 posts)
45. Sending all the positive vibes and energy that I can, Lucky!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 02:48 PM
Oct 2024

First of all, I'm sorry to hear that you have another infection. However, It's about time that you're admitted to the E.R.



Please know that you are loved here and we need you back safe, healthy and happy lickety-split!





I gotta guy! You gotta guy!! 2 dollllllllllllllllllllllllllllarrrr!!








murielm99

(31,661 posts)
54. Did you vote?
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:08 PM
Oct 2024

Can you get someone to help you? I had to get a ballot to my husband when Carter ran for re-election. Husband broke his leg. The county clerk was cooperative with him.

wendyb-NC

(4,018 posts)
56. Oh no , that's terrible, LuckyCharms
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:09 PM
Oct 2024

Sorry to hear that. Please, get cured of that ailment. Feel better, and really get well, soon!

littlemissmartypants

(26,632 posts)
60. What the heck lucky! Don't make me come over there!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:17 PM
Oct 2024

Seriously, I hope you don't croak. Please take care of yourself. Slip that two bucks in your nurses pocket. She deserves it more than I do.



❤️

Warpy

(113,131 posts)
63. Any sort of severe infection really sucks
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:24 PM
Oct 2024

I'm glad they got you high, it's the best thing to do, it will allow you to snooze through the worst of it.

True Blue American

(18,361 posts)
72. I do hope you can handle morphine. When I btroke my ankle they gave me morphine shots for 3 days.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:55 PM
Oct 2024

I refused the 4th shot. Morphine sent me clear off the wall. Once I said no, I was OK. You may not. Have the same reaction, but may you get well soon.

niyad

(122,093 posts)
74. Don't you DARE croak on us, LC!!! We love you, and we need you here.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 03:59 PM
Oct 2024

Sending vibes for swift recovery and healing. After all, a hospital is not nearly as much fun as we are!!!

huggggggs

Laffy Kat

(16,555 posts)
77. You know good and well that we cannot be trusted to stay out of trouble!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 04:09 PM
Oct 2024

So you'd better be back soon! The world is too hard to take without our LuckyCharms.

GoldenMezzoDiva

(119 posts)
80. Keep the faith, dear Charms...
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 04:16 PM
Oct 2024

Surely you're in good hands, and will soon be on the road to full health. Meanwhile, we're pulling for you!

louslobbs

(3,416 posts)
87. You made me laugh in your moment of struggle, keep fighting and get well real soon!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 04:45 PM
Oct 2024

I look forward to reading your future posts💕

Wicked Blue

(7,465 posts)
94. Get well ASAP. You need to vote.
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 06:43 PM
Oct 2024

Seriously, I wish you healing, good health and happiness, LC. Have a good rest and recovery.

highplainsdem

(53,896 posts)
95. Sending hugs and healing energy, LC! Hope you'll be better very soon with the IV antibiotics you can
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 07:22 PM
Oct 2024

get there. Those can help so much more than injections or antibiotics taken at home.

Dem2theMax

(10,564 posts)
97. Lucky Charms!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 07:43 PM
Oct 2024

I checked through the DU rules, and I didn't find anything that said you are allowed to get sick and be away from here for any length of time.

However, because it's you, and ONLY because it's you, we will let it slide this one time.

The rules do say that you have to get better as soon as is humanly possible, and it cited the number one reason why:

1. We all love and need you very much.

I highly suggest you follow the rules, or the MIRT team will be after you.

Come home soon!

MLAA

(18,872 posts)
98. 3 times?! Do you get frequent flyer miles?
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 09:35 PM
Oct 2024

Sending healing vibes for a fast and full recovery. I can wait another 50 years for my $2. I’d rather rack up the interest 🙂

bdamomma

(67,313 posts)
99. LuckyCharms
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 09:48 PM
Oct 2024

Let the Hospital staff take good care of you, we will be here when you return!!

Someone posted here "croaking" is for frogs!!!!

Just get better.

Leghorn21

(13,791 posts)
101. Aw man
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 10:06 PM
Oct 2024

Sending all best wishes, it will not be the same around here with you out of commission, Lucky!!

Feel better quick like a bunny, old chum!!!

summer_in_TX

(3,443 posts)
104. Get well, Lucky!
Fri Oct 4, 2024, 11:00 PM
Oct 2024

👀
You tell those nurses we DUers are looking out for you to get well quickly and get back here! So they need to take the best care of you!

Hang in there, LuckyCharms! Sending you 🫶🏼 and 🙏!

LuckyCharms

(19,543 posts)
105. THANK YOU ALL. YOU'RE THE BEST.
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 06:00 AM
Oct 2024

I'm still alive. IV antibiotic drip. Pain meds being alternated between Fentinyl, morphine and Norco.

Guy next to me snored all night like a drunk polar bear.

Flirting with the nurses, making them laugh. They are wonderful.

Not sure how long I'll be here. Insurance may kick me out at some point and make me get home rehab and antibiotic infusions.

You should hear this bastard snore.He's still at it at 700 AM. He's not friendly. Walked by his bed and said hello when going to the bathroom, and he ignored me.

My wife will visit me today after her boyfriend goes home. Just kidding.

Have a nice day everyone, and thanks for the kind words.

Niagara

(10,132 posts)
107. You're welcome, Lucky!!!
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 07:02 AM
Oct 2024

How are you suppose to get plenty of rest if the guy next to you is snoring like a drunk polar bear? Jeez!


I'm glad to hear that you still have your sense of humor and charm! I bet those nurses love you.


Get well soon!!!!


highplainsdem

(53,896 posts)
112. It's so good to read this! I am sorry you have to deal with a grouchy snorer, though, and I hope he'll be released
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 09:21 AM
Oct 2024

today and you'll either have the room to yourself, or better company in that hospital bed.



littlemissmartypants

(26,632 posts)
126. We love you, LC. Please listen to your nurses and see if they can rustle you up
Sun Oct 6, 2024, 03:35 AM
Oct 2024

Some foam ear plugs. Seriously. They help.

And you need to rest so you can heal!

Tell them littlemissmartypants said so. 😉





❤️

DFW

(57,175 posts)
111. In that case, I relinquish my claim.
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 08:59 AM
Oct 2024

Whereas $2 is no trifling sum, I will just tough it out in favor of those worse off than I am.

By the way, DU terms of service impose severe penalties for croaking. It is not wise to incur the wrath of the mods.

Response to LuckyCharms (Original post)

LuckyCharms

(19,543 posts)
119. Story time.
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 04:21 PM
Oct 2024

The problem is a terrible diverticulitis infection, coupled with a prostate infection.

This hospital has a team of specialists dedicated to each patient. A hospitalist, and then specialists depending on what that patient's issue is.

My wife was here, and a very pretty and VERY intelligent doctor walked in and introduced herself. She is an infectious disease specialist.

She said "is this your beautiful wife?"

I said yes, and I introduced them.

This doctor spent a FULL HOUR explaining things to us. She was drawing pictures on her phone, using different colors, etc.

I was so impressed with her knowledge and the time she spent with us, so I gave her a sincere compliment. I forgot exactly what I said, but she got a little misty-eyed and said no patient had ever complimented her like that.

Then we all got into a deep discussion about the medical system in general, and the problems that physicians face. I asked her if she provided primary care, because at this point, I wanted to be a patient of this doctor.

She said she did not, but she gave me her card, and recommended a new GI Specialist for me. She also said to contact her at any time with questions about my condition.

Then. she quietly asked if she could do an examination on me (prostate, penis, etc). I said of course I don't mind.

"If you could lay on the bed, I could lay a sheet over you so you won't get embarrassed."

Now, my wife is giving me a look that said "DONT. DON'T even start.

I told the doctor that I don't get embarrassed, and I don't need a sheet.

I said I'll just drop my underwear if that's OK.

Right before I dropped my underwear, I turned to my wife and said "please close your eyes and turn your back". The doctor gave me a look and while she examined me, she asked why I asked my wife to turn around.

I told her that in 32 years of marriage, we have never made love and she has never seen my penis. I said we were waiting until I was on my death bed to have sex, and by that time, there will be so much sexual tension built up, that it's going to be a real barn burner. I said this very dead pan, with a completely straight face. She said "excuse me for a moment", walked into the hallway, and cracked up for about two minutes.

My wife slapped my arm.

littlemissmartypants

(26,632 posts)
125. Dear Gawd and Sweet Jesus! I love you! ❤️
Sun Oct 6, 2024, 02:51 AM
Oct 2024

Not so fun fact...suicide rates are on the rise for lady doctors and higher than their male colleagues.

You may have saved a life.





LuckyCharms

(19,543 posts)
120. Story time.
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 04:24 PM
Oct 2024

The problem is a terrible diverticulitis infection, coupled with a prostate infection.

This hospital has a team of specialists dedicated to each patient. A hospitalist, and then specialists depending on what that patient's issue is.

My wife was here, and a very pretty and VERY intelligent doctor walked in and introduced herself. She is an infectious disease specialist.

She said "is this your beautiful wife?"

I said yes, and I introduced them.

This doctor spent a FULL HOUR explaining things to us. She was drawing pictures on her phone, using different colors, etc.

I was so impressed with her knowledge and the time she spent with us, so I gave her a sincere compliment. I forgot exactly what I said, but she got a little misty-eyed and said no patient had ever complimented her like that.

Then we all got into a deep discussion about the medical system in general, and the problems that physicians face. I asked her if she provided primary care, because at this point, I wanted to be a patient of this doctor.

She said she did not, but she gave me her card, and recommended a new GI Specialist for me. She also said to contact her at any time with questions about my condition.

Then. she quietly asked if she could do an examination on me (prostate, penis, etc). I said of course I don't mind.

"If you could lay on the bed, I could lay a sheet over you so you won't get embarrassed."

Now, my wife is giving me a look that said "DONT. DON'T even start.

I told the doctor that I don't get embarrassed, and I don't need a sheet.

I said I'll just drop my underwear if that's OK.

Right before I dropped my underwear, I turned to my wife and said "please close your eyes and turn your back". The doctor gave me a look and while she examined me, she asked why I asked my wife to turn around.

I told her that in 32 years of marriage, we have never made love and she has never seen my penis. I said we were waiting until I was on my death bed to have sex, and by that time, there will be so much sexual tension built up, that it's going to be a real barn burner. I said this very dead pan, with a completely straight face. She said "excuse me for a moment", walked into the hallway, and cracked up for about two minutes.

My wife slapped my arm.

AZJonnie

(320 posts)
121. DUDE! I'm just joined but lurked for awhile and want to say I always love your posts!
Sat Oct 5, 2024, 05:24 PM
Oct 2024

Sorry to hear you're unwell and REALLY hope you get better soon!

I don't want to see you dragged down by the stone

At least there's morphine though.

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