Not_a_Number Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Eeeeek!! That sounds terrible. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harriet Vane Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Warm hugs and prayers for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Also, in more sympathy, part of the frustration was my doctors not really knowing what the problem was or what to do about it. Gyn was clueless, derm was....somewhat shocked I think...neither of which was reassuring! I wanted to hear "oh, yeah, that happens all the time, no big deal, we will fix you right up." Not 'Oh...well....that's different...." 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewIma Posted November 14, 2020 Author Share Posted November 14, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, ktgrok said: Definitely get the Hibiclense! I know it says on there somewhere not for use on mucous membranes, but seriously, it's fine, lol. Also, again, I just sympathize. and it's hard to have pain "down there" because it isn't like you feel like you can talk about it and complain the way you can with say, an injured finger. It's just...awkward. So you are in pain, and tired, and miserable, and can't SAY it really to just anyone. "Sorry, I'm under the weather, my crotch hurts" isn't really considered polite conversation, lol. So that just seems to make it worse, because it feels, well, embarrassing on top of everything else. So hugs. You can talk about it here. No shame! And get that hibiclense! And baggy crotch pants! Yes!! My kids have a mild cold (covid test negative) and dd13 told me two days ago I am very lucky I'm not sick like she is. The kids know I'm not feeling well, but not the specifics. I looked at her and said very firmly, "I'm sorry you don't feel well, but trust me, I feel 100x worse than you do." Then I went and stuffed myself with chocolate. LOL The good news is my GYN is amazing. He called me unprompted this morning to see how I am doing which I think is amazing. Today my Infection/wound is still bad, but my anxiety has gone from unending panic attack level down to still very high anxiety but I can talk and hold a conversation level. Hopefully as antibiotic 4 works its way out of my system the anxiety will continue to go down. And may antibiotic 6 start to work! Edited November 14, 2020 by NewIma 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catz Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Oh this sounds so awful. Can you ask for something for break through anxiety for the next few weeks as you heal? When you're on edge like that and not sleeping well, etc it really makes a difference. Thinking of you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caedmyn Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 If it doesn’t clear up you might consider using an activated charcoal and ground flax seed pack on it. I’ve successfully used them for an abscess before. I’ve read a number of stories about charcoal packs clearing up antiobiotic-resistant infections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ashfern Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 That sounds horrible. Prayers that this antibiotic works. Do you have all cotton undies? I can't wear anything else or I get boils on my bum. 😵 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 Oh wow, I am so incredibly sorry! I hope this resolves very, very, very, very quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 20 hours ago, NewIma said: It is a common antibiotic so I think these are uncommon side effects. All reported possible side effects are supposed to be listed. Even if only one person reports it. I've had some very rare side effects with drugs and have had to dig through the sites that report everything, instead of only the most common. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 1 hour ago, caedmyn said: If it doesn’t clear up you might consider using an activated charcoal and ground flax seed pack on it. I’ve successfully used them for an abscess before. I’ve read a number of stories about charcoal packs clearing up antiobiotic-resistant infections. Is this something you make or buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted November 14, 2020 Share Posted November 14, 2020 3 hours ago, caedmyn said: If it doesn’t clear up you might consider using an activated charcoal and ground flax seed pack on it. I’ve successfully used them for an abscess before. I’ve read a number of stories about charcoal packs clearing up antiobiotic-resistant infections. That is intriguing--that's a new one to me. I am trying to find out more about it. It sounds like you can get them pre-made, but I didn't find specific links. I think a lot of times, heat is a factor in drawing out more yuck for drainage, and my go-to healthcare worker says that any warm compress on the outside of bandages can be beneficial. I would love to know more about whether poultices work because of heat or some other property or both. Apparently moist heat is trickier to keep sterile and to not end up damaging skin. I am so glad your doctor has called to follow up. I think a lot of abscess stuff ends up in the ER, so GYNs probably see fewer abscesses. The ER people see a lot of them, especially in MRSA hotspots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JennyD Posted November 15, 2020 Share Posted November 15, 2020 Oh my goodness, the size of a GOLF BALL???!!! Ay yi yi, you poor thing. Hang in there, OP, I bet you will start to feel better soon. Very glad that your doc is staying on top of the situation, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klmama Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 I hope you're starting to heal. Thinking about this again, I was reminded of when a relative wasn't healing after surgery. It turned out she was mildly allergic to the pain medication they were giving her. It treated her pain, but taking it prevented healing. Finally, after literally months of not healing, a new doctor tried changing the pain med, and she healed right up. All that to say, if you are still not healing, it may be worth taking a look at any other meds you're taking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cave canem Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 sounds like levofloxacin. so sorry about such an awful protracted experience Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 6 hours ago, cave canem said: sounds like levofloxacin. so sorry about such an awful protracted experience oh..wow....I'd totally forgotten the time I took that and it made me crazy! I'd taken it several times before with no problem, but then I took it and it made me horribly anxious...totally forgot! Thank you for the reminder! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ktgrok Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Thinking of you. Especially since I have a brand new "bump" in that general area now...sigh. I think it was from irritation from some adult marital activity. Treating myself with chlorhexidine wash (hibiclense) and some antibiotic gel the derm prescribed last time and hoping it is just the one and it goes away soon. Sometimes I get several at once, never as big as what you described though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clear Creek Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 On 11/13/2020 at 6:56 PM, MEmama said: I once took an antibiotic that spun me into a depression, like sobbing and shaking uncontrollably on the kitchen floor convinced I was going to die and baby DS was going to be all alone. I’ve never been so scared in my life. Finding the strength to call my husband at work during the spell felt like a superhuman feat. It, too, is a common antibiotic. I'm so sorry you are going through all of this. Sending you virtual healing thoughts... I had this same reaction to minocycline (antibiotic prescribed for acne). My husband almost had me committed after I begged him to just let me end my life. I had enough of my wits about me to realize that I had started the antibiotics ten days beforehand and thought I should see what happened if I stopped taking them. Two days after I stopped taking it, I cracked a joke to my husband and he started sobbing with relief (and he is not a crier). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Murphy101 Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Daaamn girl. I totally agree with you that’s awful. You need to sink you some honey garlic tea and watch hallmark for a week or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessMommy Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Are you any better today? Thinking of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OH_Homeschooler Posted November 17, 2020 Share Posted November 17, 2020 Are you still taking a lot of baths? I'm just wondering if you have one of those squeezy bottles you get after you have a baby. I had an extensive episiotomy after my first baby and it really helped the pain, and I'm sure the healing, to fill that with really hot water and squeeze. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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