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17 years ago

Well went in yesterday in pain since the night before.I was sure that it was another kidney stone, I hurt that bad. So I waited until a neighbor could come over and help with the kids but she had to leave early so my mom came to the rescue ( thank you mom ,super mom) and left a wrestling meet she was helping at to come up this way. Well no kidney stone, but I have a kidney infection, and my colon was infected too. So they made me stay and I got out this afternoon after 3 doses of antibiotics and pain meds. I am feeling better, also had some potassium and with my history of low potasium I am going on that regularly and another week of antibiotics. The one I was on last week for UTI didn't work and just gave it another week to build up in my body and in combo with gallbladder adjusting it was a mess. So one thing I learned long ago, when in pain on a Saturday and going to the clinic, wear comfy clothes because if you are serious enough they will send you to the hospital and won't let you go home. Here is hoping that February will be a better month.

Stacie

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janie_ga
17 years ago
Oh Stacie, I am sending good, soft thoughts your way!

Never had a problem with my kidneys (knock on wood) but I had a severe transient colitis infection the year Eric and I got married. Was the only time I was ever in the hospital and I was so sick. Hope things get better soon!
Marigene
17 years ago
Stacie, is there ever a week without chaos or drama in your household? I don't know how you do it. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.
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wantoretire_did
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FWIW - DH had his gallbladder removed in June of last year. Had several infections, admissions to hospital, etc. Upshot was that when the GB was removed a stone got loose and blocked the bile duct. It was finally removed in November via endoscope and he's been fine ever since. Apparently, this is not uncommon..............
pkramer60
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Stacie, what a drama for sure, but I bet the pain meds will help and I am sure DH will too.
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((((Stacie))))
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It is still crazy at home, but just normal crazy. It sure feels good to be home again. I am sure glad they let me out, they were planning on me staying another day.

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jemdandy
17 years ago
V-8 tomato juice is a good source for potassium. It keeps other function flowing too. V-8 tomato juice has other vegtables in it as well.

I buy my V-8 from Sams Club. I can get 2 large jugs for less than $6. Buying it in small containers at a grocery store is pricey.

Make sure that you refrigerate it after opening. I store my supply in the refigerator before it is opened. That way, its cold at first opening, and I prefer it cooled.
sheilajoyce_gw
17 years ago
Banana or orange juice is a good source of potassium too. I do love V-8, especially with a little shake of pepper.

Good health to all of you, Stacie.
rosepetal2
17 years ago
hang in there Stacie, I hope this will be the end of all the health issues your family has to deal with for a long time!
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