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Old 11-10-2014, 14:49   #25
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Originally Posted by dollarbill View Post
Amen brother, not ready to follow the light. The nurse was just telling me what a pain in the ass I was trying to be knocked out. She was saying they threw everything at me they have,and I was still trying to get off the bed. I keep going into A-fib. I guess if I keep it up the heart doc wants to put the paddles to me and shock it out. Honestly don't see that happening.
Very sorry to learn of your complication. You now know the prime risk in taking NSAIDs, a gastrointestinal bleed. The surgeons and GI folks know more about that than I do, but I do know that longterm NSAID use is hard on the digestive system, and the kidneys. Virtually everything carries a risk, and no meds work in a vacuum; your doc should be able to explain the risk/benefit ratio for the meds you take. Lets hope you get some things addressed, like the A-fib for starters. You will likely be best served by sticking pretty close to a doc that you like and trust. My guess is that you will need follow-up care after your hospital stay. I wish you the best of luck with your back issues as well.
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