Being changed in hospital

[Peepeegirl]

When I was in the hospital for a suicide attempt waiting to be transferred they would pútil my diaper at night I am just a bedwetter occasionally

 

[Edgewater]

Diaperman 95, Tenaman, Edgewater, and you other artificial hip recipients what were your symptoms prior to your decision to get the replacement(s)? I’m working on 69 and although my legs are far weaker (a fact that becomes more apparent to me every time I climb on my Wide Glide) than they used to be while my knees and my hips have been nearly pain free and not a source of problems for me. I’m not complaining or attempting the often poo-pooed move of looking a gift horse in the mouth, but I’m very thankful that I’ve had very few problems and little pain from these critical joints, especially to those of us that live by ourselves (“care animals”…those that require your “care” for them not included”) in our “silver years”.

Hip Replacement Surgery is a very common surgery Worldwide and the likelihood of needing such surgery increases with age. The need for surgery is something that the individual drives as their level of pain tolerance defines the when. This as a result of the most common cause is bone loss, which is followed by X-rays of the hip.

The goal is not to exceed the loss of bone needed to properly set and hold the implant. Your doctor will advise you of where you are on that scale.

Be a well informed Client!

 

[blueberry]

I’m a nurse, and we change tons of diapers - our goal is provide comfort & dignity to everyone!

Thank you for all that you do! Truly one of the most respected professions.

Out of curiosity assuming you are ABDL have you ever thought a patient who was in diapers was ABDL and not actually incontinent? While it is not anyones business what a patients lifestyle is like at home I was just curious since you are more likely to pick up on it then perhaps your co workers who aren’t in the community.

As a follow up I know this is one of the most overhyped fantasies out there but assuming the patient is respectful, do nurses really care that much if the patient wants to wear a diaper? Is there a lot of questioning or suspicion that normally goes on or is it just generally accepted even if it’s a younger person? I just always hear stories and never really know what to believe. I have fortunately not had to be admitted to the hospital for any major illnesses or injuries so my only experience is at the doctors which have been fairly benign as far as responses/reactions go.

 

[hanbanan]

Thank you for all that you do! Truly one of the most respected professions.

Out of curiosity assuming you are ABDL have you ever thought a patient who was in diapers was ABDL and not actually incontinent? While it is not anyones business what a patients lifestyle is like at home I was just curious since you are more likely to pick up on it then perhaps your co workers who aren’t in the community.

As a follow up I know this is one of the most overhyped fantasies out there but assuming the patient is respectful, do nurses really care that much if the patient wants to wear a diaper? Is there a lot of questioning or suspicion that normally goes on or is it just generally accepted even if it’s a younger person? I just always hear stories and never really know what to believe. I have fortunately not had to be admitted to the hospital for any major illnesses or injuries so my only experience is at the doctors which have been fairly benign as far as responses/reactions go.

I have never suspected a patient to be ABDL, as I’ve never had ABDL diapers in my hospitals. I’ve also only been in nursing for (almost) 5 years and 2 have been in pediatrics, 2 in critical care.
With children, diapers are a norm and some parents prefer to change their kids (and vice versa). If I see incontinence is marked, I don’t question it and I’ve never known a nurse who does. Most of my co-workers I’ve had have no issue with diapers, though we all prefer catheters as they’re easier and allow us to chart urine output. If a patient prefers a diaper, I’m all for it, as patient comfort is a huge concern for me (their health is my number one concern). I’ve had a catheter before and while they aren’t much fun, I understand why they’re preferred by healthcare professionals

 

[JDCH]

As an aside, “I wear nappies in hospital” is one of the most British sentences I’ve heard.

Amazing how five words in text can be a pretty big clue as to where you are from.

 

[crinklechef]

My hips were gradual pain that over the course of 6 months, seemed to deteriorate rapidly. The last week I had them, the pain in my pelvic region was constant intense stabbing pain . I was on 325mg hydrocodone 10, 4x per day, and the pain was still there. I woke up after sleeping 3 hours, went to stand up and collapsed! Never want to feel that pain again! Was rushed to hospital via ambulance. When I was finally cleared for surgery, the right hip was done first, surgeon said he held my hip socket in his hand and it was just a ball of mush! Bottom line I have avascular necrosis, it's been 8 years since my hip replacements, in that time I've also received a right knee replacement and have also biologically fractured my right tibia twice in 9 months, I'll be 47 this year for age reference. So, for those experiencing lower back/pelvic pain, get it checked out

 

[Teddy02]

My hips were gradual pain that over the course of 6 months, seemed to deteriorate rapidly. The last week I had them, the pain in my pelvic region was constant intense stabbing pain . I was on 325mg hydrocodone 10, 4x per day, and the pain was still there. I woke up after sleeping 3 hours, went to stand up and collapsed! Never want to feel that pain again! Was rushed to hospital via ambulance. When I was finally cleared for surgery, the right hip was done first, surgeon said he held my hip socket in his hand and it was just a ball of mush! Bottom line I have avascular necrosis, it's been 8 years since my hip replacements, in that time I've also received a right knee replacement and have also biologically fractured my right tibia twice in 9 months, I'll be 47 this year for age reference. So, for those experiencing lower back/pelvic pain, get it checked out

Crikey, I had my hip replaced when I was 60 and they told me I was young to have it done. I’m pleased the op was a success though. My first one failed with the femoral component coming loose, the second one has been very good but I experienced pain over several years. I saw loads of hip specialists and finally one of them said the magic words ‘this has nothing to do with your hip, it is your back’!!! Revelation, I have now dealt with that (lots of Pilates) and all is well. I had a knee replaced three years ago and that was fantastic from the first day. Never any pain. It is brilliant what they can do. And all hospital visits in Tykables ‘cammies’.

 

[Diaperman95]

Diaperman 95, Tenaman, Edgewater, and you other artificial hip recipients what were your symptoms prior to your decision to get the replacement(s)? I’m working on 69 and although my legs are far weaker (a fact that becomes more apparent to me every time I climb on my Wide Glide) than they used to be while my knees and my hips have been nearly pain free and not a source of problems for me. I’m not complaining or attempting the often poo-pooed move of looking a gift horse in the mouth, but I’m very thankful that I’ve had very few problems and little pain from these critical joints, especially to those of us that live by ourselves (“care animals”…those that require your “care” for them not included”) in our “silver years”.

I had AV necrosis and still do in the right. It is bone death. My femoral head was literally rotting from the inside out. I had a spot about the size of a half dollar in the middle and the top of the head was starting to collapse. I had a temporary fix done that I was told would give me 10 years and it did not last two. They drilled a hole from my thigh up into the dead spot and hollowed it out and filled it with a type of epoxy. I also had ripped the labrum out and had it fixed on both hips and both torn out in a year. My right side still has the necrossis. I have a dead spot the size of a dime and the top of it has flattened out.I was supposed to had it changed already but decided to wait a bit. But If it collapses I will not be able to walk until it is replaced so it is kinda a do not wait to long thing. My shoulders I have torn the labrum out of and had repaired 5 times. 4 on the right one on the left and they are both torn out now too. My right one they wanted to replace at 35 and I would not let them. My right shoulder has zero cartilage left in it and it has been partially out of socket for the last 12 years. I just take pain meds and live with it. I have had joint issues from age 23. Waking up sucks sometimes as I am just so stiff and in pain. But God has a plan and I have not gave up on life yet. I got bad knees to but their comes a limit on what I am willing to get replaced. I guess I am lucky to have gotten on my SSD or I would not of had a choice to try and fix more things had I have to get up and went to work everyday. I am just happy for what I still can do. I somehow mange to throw a 15lb bowling ball a few days a week. Lol Don't take those good bones for granted and enjoy that bike as long as you can.

 

[Zeke]

I had AV necrosis and still do in the right. It is bone death. My femoral head was literally rotting from the inside out. I had a spot about the size of a half dollar in the middle and the top of the head was starting to collapse. I had a temporary fix done that I was told would give me 10 years and it did not last two. They drilled a hole from my thigh up into the dead spot and hollowed it out and filled it with a type of epoxy. I also had ripped the labrum out and had it fixed on both hips and both torn out in a year. My right side still has the necrossis. I have a dead spot the size of a dime and the top of it has flattened out.I was supposed to had it changed already but decided to wait a bit. But If it collapses I will not be able to walk until it is replaced so it is kinda a do not wait to long thing. My shoulders I have torn the labrum out of and had repaired 5 times. 4 on the right one on the left and they are both torn out now too. My right one they wanted to replace at 35 and I would not let them. My right shoulder has zero cartilage left in it and it has been partially out of socket for the last 12 years. I just take pain meds and live with it. I have had joint issues from age 23. Waking up sucks sometimes as I am just so stiff and in pain. But God has a plan and I have not gave up on life yet. I got bad knees to but their comes a limit on what I am willing to get replaced. I guess I am lucky to have gotten on my SSD or I would not of had a choice to try and fix more things had I have to get up and went to work everyday. I am just happy for what I still can do. I somehow mange to throw a 15lb bowling ball a few days a week. Lol Don't take those good bones for granted and enjoy that bike as long as you can.

Diaperman95, your description of your physical condition makes me appreciate how minor my physical problems are in comparison. It’s good that you can still bowl as it’s something you’re good at and seem to enjoy.

 

[JustMe]

Im rather surprised they changed you with a hip surgery they would usually just give you a cath if you have IC

Likewise! My first replacements were at the tender age of 36! When I had to do a revision, diapers were not an option due to potential contamination of the wound area; so it was a cath for me. When it was time to leave the hospital, I was changed by the staff. Even though I was considered ambulatory, they had to do the changing due to policy. Oh well! The older aide that did the change was fast, efficient, and communicative (even said "excuse me" while she dealt with my nether's). And thankfully, I didn't leak during the change. Then I would've been *done*.

 

[Mike1964]

Luckily I don’t have bowel problems and the dressings are all waterproof too and the area of the surgery was only partly covered so it did not seem to present a problem to anyone. With all the pain killers etc I did not actually even have a BM for days which in itself was pretty uncomfortable.

I've been on percocet for about 5 years. It took my body a while to adjust to them. When I first started taking opioid pain pills, it caused severe constipation. Talk about crapping a brick!

 

[Mike1964]

Opioid induced constipation, OIC, was a major problem that I dealt with too when my internal medicine doctor was prescribing me 225 mg of morphine and 50 mg of hydrocodone daily. The gastroenterologist that I was seeing after an episode of losing blood internally in my GI tract got me started using polyethylene glycol, generic Miralax, which has helped me keep my OIC in check. Then when I started having the radio frequency ablation procedure done on the cervical vertebrae that were causing my pain I was able to cease my opioid use totally for a month in order to get to a new baseline and then continue them with an 80% reduction in morphine and codeine that I currently take. This has made a big difference in the ease with which “things” are kept moving. It has also made my bowel movements much more comfortable than they had been, but no more controllable than they had been when I first became dual ic.

My x-rays show an issue between L5 and S1. I'm using plastic backed adult diapers daily. When I go to see a Spine/Neck Specialist, I'm going to ask about this radio frequency ablation procedure. I'd rather have that, than Back surgery because it really hurts. Glad you posted about it.

 

[Zeke]

My x-rays show an issue between L5 and S1. I'm using plastic backed adult diapers daily. When I go to see a Spine/Neck Specialist, I'm going to ask about this radio frequency ablation procedure. I'd rather have that, than Back surgery because it really hurts. Glad you posted about it.

The effectiveness of the radio frequency ablation procedure will depend on what the source of your spinal pain is. From what the doctor tells me my is caused by an arthritis type condition in the facet joints of my cervical vertebrae. This is a condition that often presents in those who have had spinal fusions according to what I’ve been told. I’m not sure if the procedure is used for any other conditions of the spine but it certainly would be worth while to investigate all possibilities before having spinal surgery. Hope it’s something that helps.

 

[crinklechef]

You wanna talk embarrassing, I'm currently in the hospital due to a partial small bowel obstruction. I've never been fecal incontinent (except for a few occasional times due to Crohn's jejunitis). I've been to the hospital many times for tests and exams and always discreetly in a cloth backed diaper. It's in my chart that I'm incontinent, no biggie. I've been having a revolving door of constipation and pretty much water coming out of me. So here I lay in the hospital my pants. The kicker, my SO is a physician here and everyone knows me! I'm sure I'll get over it in time.

 

[BigAl2]

I've been on percocet for about 5 years. It took my body a while to adjust to them. When I first started taking opioid pain pills, it caused severe constipation. Talk about crapping a brick!

I get constipated from them too. When it gets bad. I'll mix a Epsom salt solution in the morning. On a day i don't have to go out.

 

[Tenaman]

I've been on percocet for about 5 years. It took my body a while to adjust to them. When I first started taking opioid pain pills, it caused severe constipation. Talk about crapping a brick!

Unfortunately I have recently had some complications with my hip operation and so am still taking significant quantities of painkillers etc all of which continue to cause constipation. So I also have to take medication to counteract that, which has had some predictable and intended results and unfortunately on some occasions especially first thing in the morning some unpredicted and not pleasant results - ie a BM. As others have said, thank goodness for wearing a nappy! But still horrible to have to deal with and I really feel for those who are doubly incontinent.

 

[BigAl2]

Tenaman i hope they can help you with the complications.

 

[Tenaman]

Thank you. I’m sure it will be ok eventually but three months in I was not expecting to be in this much pain. On the positive side, red burgundy is a pretty effective addition to the analgesic mix…though not great on the bladder front!!

 

[BigAl2]

Did they cut through your glutes? That can be a long recovery. When i had mine done. They did the muscle sparing approach. I was cut about 10:00 spot on my left side.

 

[Miffy]

Mine wasn't voluntary. I fell 10 ft onto concrete and shattered my hip. The surgeon did a great job of reconstructing it. I have a rod, some screws, and some wire. Thankfully I recovered 95%.

I stayed about a week in hospital. I couldn't pee after the accident so they catheterized me, which I didn't mind at all.