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December 2015 Moms
beccabeeee
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Zofran through IV is seriously my best friend
beccabeeee
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getting zofran pumped through an IV has seriously made me feel a million times better. I seriously haven't felt this good in over a month! I ended up going back to the ER for my fluids because what do ya know, I was dehydrated again...don't think I actually ever got better to be honest. And since I got pumped with zofran I took this opportunity to eat my favorite meal from Panera Bread and it was amazing. Even if I do end up throwing up later, no1 can take this moment from me lol
I plan on asking my doctor on Tuesday is the zofran pump is an option for me, as this method actually seems to make a huge difference, and I feel like I am able to function like a normal human being. I've heard it kind of being a pain in the ass but to be honest, I will gladly take that if it means I can actually do my job at work and clean up around the house and run the errands I need to run. But for now until I can see my doctor I will be taking the suppositories the ER doctor prescribed...not too sure how I feel about those BUT I told them I refuse to take the oral medicine. I had to put my foot down or else I feel like they wouldn't take me seriously.
Sorry for my long post, I just really wanted to let you ladies know how much better I'm feeling and that I greatly appreciate all the support you guys have shown
I plan on asking my doctor on Tuesday is the zofran pump is an option for me, as this method actually seems to make a huge difference, and I feel like I am able to function like a normal human being. I've heard it kind of being a pain in the ass but to be honest, I will gladly take that if it means I can actually do my job at work and clean up around the house and run the errands I need to run. But for now until I can see my doctor I will be taking the suppositories the ER doctor prescribed...not too sure how I feel about those BUT I told them I refuse to take the oral medicine. I had to put my foot down or else I feel like they wouldn't take me seriously.
Sorry for my long post, I just really wanted to let you ladies know how much better I'm feeling and that I greatly appreciate all the support you guys have shown
Re: Zofran through IV is seriously my best friend
@mbhurst1 I went for dehydration and lightheaded cuz I haven't been able to keep anything down, I got an IV and I got zofran through that too, and that's what really helps me. So I'm really hoping I can get the pump. The medicine is kind of wearing off already and the nausea is coming back, but I feel pretty confident that if I had it continually throughout the day it would really help me
Obviously, you and your doctor will decide what is the best route for you to take, but anything that is a central access is a route for infection, as mentioned above. Of course you want to stay hydrated, and you want to be able to hold down food, but you don't want to end up with a superbug either and you will still need regular care for any central line that you have placed.
Praying that you continue to feel better with the suppositories! Keep us updated.
@gatorgrad11 keep your chin up sweetheart! I know how much it stinks being in the hospital… Especially at night. If you want to message me, feel free to do so. I'm up ridiculous hours of the night.
I do have HG, yesterday was the first day I didn't throw up or dry heave and I kept everything I ate and drank down which is a blessing, it felt good to eat. With HG I basically feel like I'm starving 24/7 but can't eat or drink, I almost felt like I was becoming anorexic if that makes any sense? Even the smell of my husband makes me gag. I feel like if I were to have zofran in my system all the time, I'd be able to hydrate myself enough to where i wouldn't need any fluids through IV (hopefully).
@beccabeeee I'm a stay at home mom, but I don't see why you couldn't work, but that would depend on your occupation. My home health leaves the fluids and meds for me to do myself. I have an IV pole at home they provided. Nurse comes out once a week to check and make sure the site is not infected. We tried just doing infusions throughout the week, but I was living in a constant state of dehydration and was having to be poked multiple times.
HG does suck and I totally understand what you mean about always starving. I wake up in the middle of the night with hunger pains, but know better than to eat anything if I want to sleep. I truly believe HG is just as hard emotionally as it is physically. If you have Facebook I would suggest looking up the group Hyperemesis Gravidarum. The women are extremely supportive and know exactly what we are going through. They're a great sounding board if you want to ask opinions on things like a zofran pump or PICC line.
I'm going on vacation next week and I'm really hoping my doctor will take me seriously and consider one of them. I just want to enjoy the time I have with family instead of being miserable. If my insurance covers it, my doctor shouldn't have a problem with it right? Crossing my fingers!
The suppositories were kind of a last ditch effort, I have hemmroids so hopefully that won't be effected too much by them
I am sick as a dog, have lost 12 lbs, but am terrified of Zophran. There are lawsuits going on now due to having caused birth defects and cleft palate. Please don't hate me!! I don't mean to scare anyone, I just want you to know, if you dont, so you can make the choice that's right for you
I am truly sorry for your miscarriages as I know those had to have been extremely difficult for you, but women taking zofran doesn't mean they are taking chances you hinted at.
@beccabeeee I hope you have an OB who does take HG seriously and you are able to get relief that you need! This is my second round of HG so if you ever want to chat feel free to message me.
Everybody, especially doctors know about the lawsuits going on regarding the Zofran and the potential for birth defects. However, what it does not say is what those potential birth defects maybe. For a woman that has HG, it is a matter of life or death. Literally! These women could die along with their babies if they don't get treatment. In certain circumstances, the benefits of using certain medications outweigh any potential risks. Zofran has been used safely in pregnancy for many many years and the potential for any birth defect is literally a fraction of a fraction of a percentage point... If that! Because it has not been proven yet!
Rant over.
You should be able to go to work with a PICC line. You are not using it, you will talk it up underneath a sleeve that will hold it against your arm. If you are using it, you will have a pump going unlikely that pump and the IV fluids will be in a backpack. You just need to be careful to make sure that your line does not get snagged or pulled by anybody walking past you. Yes, you will need to be careful, but it can be done.
It is not specifically approved for use to treat morning sickness, but since nausea related to chemotherapy and pregnancy-related nausea are so similar it does provide relief for many women.
FYI, if it were not approved to take while pregnant doctors would never prescribe it to patients...
Just want to make sure you have your facts correct as I have done extensive research on this.
@beccabeeee She is right about the PICC. I actually purchased a specialty sleeve that fits over mine. I liked it better than what home health provided. With your job I don't think it would cause any troubles. I actually found my zofran pump to be more painful last pregnancy. Hope you're feeling better, mama! Hang in there. If you ever just need to vent, I'm here.