Mrs Mungo Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Last week I hurt my foot by jumping down off of my counter and landing on it wrong. I went to the ER, but I didn't see anyone, and it wasn't x-rayed for about 3 hours. It was a really busy night because there was a big jump and the wind was up. There were lots of soldier injuries (which take priority). When they did x-ray it? It seemed like they were trying to x-ray my ankle more than my foot. When I finally saw the doctor, she kept referencing my ankle and how easy it was to damage those tendons until I said, "I didn't hurt my ankle, it is the front and right side of my foot that is hurt." She looked a little taken aback, by said, "well, I'm sure the radiologist checked everything." They gave me a brace/splint thing that goes on my ankle and doesn't cover the injured bit of my foot. They said it would still stabilize it. Today I was getting in the bath, stepping in with my left foot, so bearing weight on my injured foot. I turned; it felt like something sort of popped in my foot and now it hurts much worse than it did before, and I cannot bear wright on it without quite a lot of pain. The nurse suggested seeing my primary care doc, but it was recently changed (we never know why these changes happen). I haven't seen this new doc, and he won't see me without a new patient appointment, which could take a couple of weeks. Plus, he has no x-ray machine in his office, so how would that help? Should I go back to the ER? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Princess Peach Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Last week I hurt my foot by jumping down off of my counter and landing on it wrong. I went to the ER, but I didn't see anyone, and it wasn't x-rayed for about 3 hours. It was a really busy night because there was a big jump and the wind was up. There were lots of soldier injuries (which take priority). When they did x-ray it? It seemed like they were trying to x-ray my ankle more than my foot. When I finally saw the doctor, she kept referencing my ankle and how easy it was to damage those tendons until I said, "I didn't hurt my ankle, it is the front and right side of my foot that is hurt." She looked a little taken aback, by said, "well, I'm sure the radiologist checked everything." They gave me a brace/splint thing that goes on my ankle and doesn't cover the injured bit of my foot. They said it would still stabilize it. Today I was getting in the bath, stepping in with my left foot, so bearing weight on my injured foot. I turned; it felt like something sort of popped in my foot and now it hurts much worse than it did before, and I cannot bear wright on it without quite a lot of pain. The nurse suggested seeing my primary care doc, but it was recently changed (we never know why these changes happen). I haven't seen this new doc, and he won't see me without a new patient appointment, which could take a couple of weeks. Plus, he has no x-ray machine in his office, so how would that help? Should I go back to the ER? Do you have an urgent care or clinic? That's always my first choice before the ER. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Be it urgent care or ER, I'd go back and get it seen/xrayed now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 They closed our urgent care clinic. I know, it's ridiculous. I'm out of the bath. My foot is way more swollen, I can't even get my flip-flop on it now. So, heading back to the ER. Sigh. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Yes, go. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 They closed our urgent care clinic. I know, it's ridiculous. I'm out of the bath. My foot is way more swollen, I can't even get my flip-flop on it now. So, heading back to the ER. Sigh. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flobee76 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Instead of the ER, could you go to an orthopedist???? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amydavis Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 They closed our urgent care clinic. I know, it's ridiculous. I'm out of the bath. My foot is way more swollen, I can't even get my flip-flop on it now. So, heading back to the ER. Sigh. :grouphug: I had no idea it was still bothering you! I know this doesn't help matters, but I'd want to let someone know that you made every attempt to tell them that they were addressing the wrong body part when you were previously there, and that they simply disregarded the information. They need to work on their communication skills, at minimum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacy in NJ Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Yes, go back to the ER and be a pain until they hear you properly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Hoping you get better information this time! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Instead of the ER, could you go to an orthopedist???? :iagree: :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura in CA Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Instead of the ER, could you go to an orthopedist???? :iagree: In Feb. I did something to my left ankle/leg, and limped around for 3 weeks -- even biking around town -- until finally seeing the doctor. Turns out it was a break all the way through my fibula (no idea how it happened, and yes, it's my fault for waiting 3 weeks!). My 'regular' doctor, and the X-ray place, didn't know how to read the films right -- such a relief to see an orthopedist (the same day); I really felt in good hands there. Such a relief! [Cast --> boot --> brace, etc.] Please go and get it seen by someone who has X-ray access! That twist/pop in your foot sounds scary! :001_huh: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merry Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 so frustrating! Let us know how the second visit goes.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 I need a referral from my primary care doc to see an ortho. Waiting at the ER now, but reception is not good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheCoffeeChick Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 :grouphug:I think you've probably broke your foot. :( I've broke mine and it hurt exactly how you've described yours (the top and to the outside). Ended up that my heel bone was broken, it kind of curves around the outside of your foot. I bruised a bit down by the heel, even though that wasn't where it hurt. Thankfully I went to an orthopedic first (at few days after it happened) and he saw the break right away and put me in a cast. Hopefully the ER will be able to help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted April 18, 2012 Author Share Posted April 18, 2012 So, the second SIX HOUR trip to the ER determines that I have a spiral fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone. I see an orthopedist next week, and I am in a giant boot thing in the mean time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scuff Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Glad they figured out what a foot was and you got proper care. :) Heal well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura in CA Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 So, the second SIX HOUR trip to the ER determines that I have a spiral fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone. I see an orthopedist next week, and I am in a giant boot thing in the meantime. LOL, that's why I waited three weeks to go to the doctor initially ... the colossal waste of time it would entail (plus I thought it was a sprain and would get better ... it wasn't as painful as yours). The 'giant boot thing' is what I have now ... I've graduated to wearing it just outside the house. It's a lot better than the cast, though! Glad you finally got help and will see the orthopedist! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justamouse Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 I am So glad you went back. Ankles take forever to heal. Forever. Someone is going to need to sit on you. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacy in NJ Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 6 hours <shudder>. I'm glad you got an accurate diagnosis this time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twigs Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 6 hours <shudder>. I'm glad you got an accurate diagnosis this time. :iagree::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKDmom Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Glad they figured out what a foot was and you got proper care. :) Heal well. :lol: It's good to know that their $200K educations haven't gone to waste. I hope your foot heals quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvnlattes Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 Sorry you had to spend your whole day at the ER but I'm glad you found out what was wrong. I hope it heals quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unicorn. Posted April 18, 2012 Share Posted April 18, 2012 I'm sorry you had to wait six hours, but glad you got an accurate diagnosis and are getting in to see an ortho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 Now you can lie on the couch with your foot in the air and have your family wait on you. :D I'm sorry you have a fracture. Here's to quick healing. :cheers2: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pretty in Pink Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 So, the second SIX HOUR trip to the ER determines that I have a spiral fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone. I see an orthopedist next week, and I am in a giant boot thing in the mean time. Bleh. That sucks. I'm glad you have an appt. with the foot doc, at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mynyel Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 Mrs. Mungo :toetap05: Jumping off the counter? Tsk tsk! I admonish my kids for doing that... for reasons like what happened to you! I am forevermore using you for an example! :D Glad you have it taken care of :) Make the kiddos do your bidding!:tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 :grouphug: I am glad that you went back and they identified the problem and are working on it. Here's hoping you heal quickly. I would settle back on the couch and have the family fetch me a Mike's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 So, the second SIX HOUR trip to the ER determines that I have a spiral fracture of the fifth metatarsal bone. I see an orthopedist next week, and I am in a giant boot thing in the mean time. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: I'm so sorry, but glad you finally got a proper answer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mungo Posted April 19, 2012 Author Share Posted April 19, 2012 Mrs. Mungo :toetap05: Jumping off the counter? Tsk tsk! I admonish my kids for doing that... for reasons like what happened to you! I am forevermore using you for an example! :D My ceiling was dripping water. I had to climb on the counter to see where it was coming from. I am only 5'1" and my dh was out of town. I decided it was condensation coming from the a/c vent. But, I landed wrong when I jumped down. :tongue_smilie: Glad you have it taken care of :) Make the kiddos do your bidding!:tongue_smilie: :grouphug: I am glad that you went back and they identified the problem and are working on it. Here's hoping you heal quickly. I would settle back on the couch and have the family fetch me a Mike's. I am working on it, but I am out of Mike's. :( I am also about to take a percocet before I go to sleep, probably not wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jec3113 Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 A fifth met break should be non-weight bearing or it will not heal properly. You should see a foot specialist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truscifi Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 That stinks! I'm glad you got a proper diagnosis this time, though. And yeah, Mike's with percocet probably wouldn't be the best idea. Although I bet you would sleep well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StaceyinLA Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 I am working on it, but I am out of Mike's. :( I am also about to take a percocet before I go to sleep, probably not wise. My sister always takes her pain meds with a glass of wine. I always mention the bottle's warnings about alcohol intensifying the effects, to which she usually replies, "Duh. That's the point!" :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jpoy85 Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 My sister always takes her pain meds with a glass of wine. I always mention the bottle's warnings about alcohol intensifying the effects, to which she usually replies, "Duh. That's the point!" :tongue_smilie: :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hope in God Posted April 19, 2012 Share Posted April 19, 2012 Two of my kids have had broken bones (I know, bad mommy) and both times the ER misdiagnosed them. The second time (about a month ago) I had to lead the doctor through basic diagnostic skills. 1st doctor said it was a pulled tendon in the shoulder. I showed her that if you hold the elbow (so that the shoulder is not involved) and rotate the arm the pain is felt in the lower arm (so it must have something to do with the function of the radus and ulna). The second doctor told me he would eat his shirt if it was broken and that it was a dislocation (excuse me doc, I told you it was an impact injury). We were sent home. The third doctor was sure it was the elbow and was adament about x-raying the elbow. I told her it was the wrist and finally conceded to the x-ray when she told me that the x-ray would also show the wrist. It turned out to be a buckle fracture in the radius just above the wrist. My conclusion is that the patient has to perform a full set of diagnostic tests on themselves and figure out the diagnosis before they go anywhere near a doctor's office if they want to have the problem taken care of in just 1 visit.:glare: I hope your foot heals quickly. I agree with pp, make your kids do your bidding.:) Oh, and I too jump off the counter from time to time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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