Dehydrated and not able to keep fluids down

[Samson250]

It takes a lot to share that and no judgment here.

I can’t tell you what to do or how to handle it, but if you go in for dehydration and kidney issues and don’t mention anything about your situation or meds then they likely won’t ask.

Their job at the ER (supposed to be) is to stabilize you so that you can go or do whatever is needed with your primary care. The ER isn’t designed to hold patients, it’s to designed to stabilize them and get them out.

Keep it to the problem and you should be in and out.

@Neuro1234 may have more input than me, but I’ve dealt with similar situations with my parents and it was “don’t ask don’t tell”.

Don’t give them a reason to put a psych hold on you and they won’t.

Just take care of your health man as you get one body.

I’m hesitant to withhold info from ER Dr’s because it’s pretty damn relevant info but you’re right I could approach it that way.

It will require a hell of a performance from me to remotely dance around the cause. It’s written on my face plus my entire medical history is related to Psychological issues.
Shit I’m just thinking how I could even dance around a basic introductory question like “what meditations are you currently taking?” It’s more than half a dozen psychiatric medications. Im diagnosed in my file. Im a giant walking Red Flag! Lol.

I know I don’t have any other choice but to go in consequences be damed.

 

[bbxtreme]

I’m hesitant to withhold info from ER Dr’s because it’s pretty damn relevant info but you’re right I could approach it that way.

It will require a hell of a performance from me to remotely dance around the cause. It’s written on my face plus my entire medical history is related to Psychological issues.
Shit I’m just thinking how I could even dance around a basic introductory question like “what meditations are you currently taking?” It’s more than half a dozen psychiatric medications. Im diagnosed in my file. Im a giant walking Red Flag! Lol.

I know I don’t have any other choice but to go in consequences be damed.

I get it my man, my dad has a folder 4 pages long of his meds. It’s a dance every time he is there.

My mother isn’t much different.

But most of the times they are there the doctors don’t judge (or even care sometimes) as they just want to stabilize you and get you out. They’re not there to heal your root issue. That’s your primary’s job.

I can assure you they likely won’t care as much as you fear they will as it’s not their job to judge, it’s to stabilize you.

And as said above you have a doctor and plan. Knowing that just go in and tell the truth. Or at least don’t lie.

You’ll be fine and better on the other side man! Always feel free to DM me if you need anything at all.

 

[Neuro1234]

I’m hesitant to withhold info from ER Dr’s because it’s pretty damn relevant info but you’re right I could approach it that way.

It will require a hell of a performance from me to remotely dance around the cause. It’s written on my face plus my entire medical history is related to Psychological issues.
Shit I’m just thinking how I could even dance around a basic introductory question like “what meditations are you currently taking?” It’s more than half a dozen psychiatric medications. Im diagnosed in my file. Im a giant walking Red Flag! Lol.

I know I don’t have any other choice but to go in consequences be damed.

Thats all very valid, and good to think that far. If you can’t dance around it, be honest. If you can call your doc to tell him you’re going in, that will help.

Have his number already available and tell them it’s part of a plan under his supervision. Here’s his office number. I know this would immediately quiet any questions I had. But I would also have to ER doc follow up.

 

[TrippplePPP]

I would go to the ER and fess up. Its better than having a heart attack. There should be no reason to be involuntarily held unless you give one to them. If you hold info from them that could potentially hurt you in long run as the medications obviously are contributing to the situation and knowing them could lead to an easy resolution.

Even if they want to introduce some of the meds back it would be ok as you can return to a plan to lower them back down once you are stable. Again, that is a better plan than not.

I applaud you for reaching out. But go to the ER and let us know what happens. Bring your phone with you. Best wishes Samson.

 

[Samson250]

I agree with this. If it’s part of a plan, you’ve come up with you doc… they don’t need to know. You need to get the problem stabilized and move on with the plan. This is just a new step in the plan.

If they keep pressing, tell them it’s part of the plan. Give them your docs number and tell them to call him if it seems like it’s getting fishy.

@Samson250 also no judgement here my man. I support anyone who is trying to prioritize themselves and their complete health (mental and physical)

I like this perspective on it. In my mind it’s a forgone conclusion I’ll be put away but that doesn’t reflect the real truth of it.

Maybe on a Friday night ER visit for dehydration the priority for them is clearing the bed ASAP for the next guy. Maybe they won’t even ask. Like you said it’s part of my plan. Patch me up and let me continue on.

I’m 12 days off meds. Dehydration is one factor but consider my current state. Hot cold sweats. Uncontrollable tremor and shaking. I haven’t slept in three days. My behavior is manic and difficult to hide. I look like a guy in a world of hurt. Emotional. Tears stream down my face like a woman with PMS. Difficult to walk and susceptible to falling, random vomiting.

I’m building this thing up bigger than it is to a degree but my eyes.. my eyes are screaming “help me”

 

[Neuro1234]

I like this perspective on it. In my mind it’s a forgone conclusion I’ll be put away but that doesn’t reflect the real truth of it.

Maybe on a Friday night ER visit for dehydration the priority for them is clearing the bed ASAP for the next guy. Maybe they won’t even ask. Like you said it’s part of my plan. Patch me up and let me continue on.

I’m 12 days off meds. Dehydration is one factor but consider my current state. Hot cold sweats. Uncontrollable tremor and shaking. I haven’t slept in three days. My behavior is manic and difficult to hide. I look like a guy in a world of hurt. Emotional. Tears stream down my face like a woman with PMS. Difficult to walk and susceptible to falling, random vomiting.

I’m building this thing up bigger than it is to a degree but my eyes.. my eyes are screaming “help me”

You got this brotha. Please please keep us updated. I’m headed into work now but will check back on ya when I can.

 

[Samson250]

You got this brotha. Please please keep us updated. I’m headed into work now but will check back on ya when I can.

Thank you

 

[Neuro1234]

Thank you

Take your phone charger!

 

[solarsentinel1]

Per the advice of those in the medical field above..... immediately go to the ER, be truthful, give them all the information they need to treat and stabilize you. Whatever the implications or results of that treatment and recovery of your physical health, you can address the psychiatric challenges later. Treat yourself the same way you would a loved one experiencing the same thing, if you were the one accountable for their safety. It all comes down to living in day-tight compartments, prioritizing and triage.

I have first hand experience walking step by step with two people (who I would give my life for) through them being on a psychiatric hold, to being committed, to in one case them being on long term treatment rollercoasters and in and out of institutions. I know what you are facing is not easy!

Go get rehydrated and ensure that your physical health is in a safe place and then reach out via DM if you need a compassionate listening ear.

Hang in there, brother..... you can and will get through this!

 

[danieltx]

Hope you get this resolved as quickly and smoothly as possible.

Going off medications can be very risky depending what you're taking. 10+ years ago I dated a girl who had lupus - her doctor took her off one of her meds cold turkey when it was supposed to be tapered down and she had a stroke because of it. She recovered all the way and to the average person they'd never know she had a stroke.

 

[3BILLS]

All the best brother

 

[M@NU]

All the best.
But i doubt its rhabdo.
You will have immense muscle pain if you have rhabdomyolisis. not compareable with any kind of Doms.
but i agree with anyone else. Go to ER asap.

 

[Neuro1234]

All the best.
But i doubt its rhabdo.
You will have immense muscle pain if you have rhabdomyolisis. not compareable with any kind of Doms.
but i agree with anyone else. Go to ER asap.

I can’t count the number of patients I’ve had in the unit in rhabdo with zero pain.

 

[Neuro1234]

@Samson250 give us an update when you can!

 

[M@NU]

I can’t count the number of patients I’ve had in the unit in rhabdo with zero pain.

really?
i had so much pain in my limbs and arms i found no position i could be without massive pain

 

[slesh]

I like this perspective on it. In my mind it’s a forgone conclusion I’ll be put away but that doesn’t reflect the real truth of it.

Maybe on a Friday night ER visit for dehydration the priority for them is clearing the bed ASAP for the next guy. Maybe they won’t even ask. Like you said it’s part of my plan. Patch me up and let me continue on.

I’m 12 days off meds. Dehydration is one factor but consider my current state. Hot cold sweats. Uncontrollable tremor and shaking. I haven’t slept in three days. My behavior is manic and difficult to hide. I look like a guy in a world of hurt. Emotional. Tears stream down my face like a woman with PMS. Difficult to walk and susceptible to falling, random vomiting.

I’m building this thing up bigger than it is to a degree but my eyes.. my eyes are screaming “help me”

I still think you should go to the ER but maybe this is just withdrawal symptoms from going cold turkey off the meds and it will pass? Again just thinking out loud. Sampson man please make sure it’s not more serious tho.

 

[Neuro1234]

@Samson250 hope you’re okay my guy. Update us when you can.

 

[cage99]

@Samson250 hope you’re okay my guy. Update us when you can.

With the 2-3 day lull and no response…. Not good! Hopefully his fear of being tossed in a padded room didn’t come to fruition.

Cage

 

[cage99]

@Samson250, seen you back on the board… Man what happened with everything??? #update

Cage

 

[Samson250]

@Samson250, seen you back on the board… Man what happened with everything??? #update

Cage

Thanks Cage

I think the details of the event and what happened after lies outside the boundary of what’s appropriate here on the forum.
I was inactive on the board for a while, highly unusual for me, so that gives you a pretty good idea what happened.

I’m doing great today and I feel terrific!