Posts by northernviper5

I completely agree with you—you've hit the nail on the head. I think I’m just being a little blunt because everything is still so raw. This was my first time ever dealing with a situation like this, so honestly, I'm still processing the shock of it all.
On a different note, I actually had surgery at the Mayo Clinic recently, and I can't say enough good things about them.

I really can't thank you enough; you all have been such a massive help to me. Honestly, I’ve lost a lot of faith in those doctors lately. I think it's much better to rely on people who—and I hate to say this, but I have to be honest—have actually lived through it themselves.
Also, please accept my deepest condolences regarding your father.
My only regret is that I obviously can't mention the specific spa resort by name, but I can say this: while I was undergoing therapy there, they actually forgot to bring me my medication once—some unknown brand. It was pure, dumb luck that it only happened that one time.

It’s just the unfortunate reality of the situation, and honestly, my heart breaks for your father because no one should ever have to endure something like that.
To be completely honest, I didn't even know what a pressure sore was or that I needed to be repositioned regularly—nobody bothered to explain any of that to me. Everything seemed manageable enough until I checked into the rehabilitation center. Once I got there, the level of care dropped off a cliff. They wouldn't help me shower more than once, they wouldn't apply lotion, nothing. There was zero assistance. I found myself sitting in a bathing suit from six in the morning because apparently, it wasn't "their job" to help me get dressed before heading to the pool, despite the fact that I’ve been immobile for two weeks following surgery. My skin became incredibly dry, and that lack of care combined with everything else led to this mess where I'm dealing with near-open wounds. My whole body is itching and burning, and instead of being able to focus on recovering from my hip replacement, I'm wasting money on specialists just to fix my skin. I’m sorry for venting like this, but seeing that you went through the exact same thing with your father makes me feel less alone, and I really appreciate the support. I am just so bitter about it all. You hit the nail on the head when you mentioned their nonchalance and lack of interest; if I had to add my own observations, I'd throw in total indifference and pure sloppiness from the staff.

Thank you so much for the advice! I actually used Jane Doe myself while staying at a spa resort, and it was a total lifesaver when dealing with pressure sores. I eventually stopped using it because my doctor and dermatologist prescribed a whole variety of different creams, but honestly, if you ask me, Jane Doe still feels like the most effective option. Thank you again—and I have to ask, did your father end up feeling better? I feel so terrible that he had to go through that. No one ever warned me about the importance of turning regularly; plus, the hygiene standards at the spa were pretty subpar, so I never imagined something like this could happen to me at just 32 years old. Best regards.

I’m not sure if anyone else is following this thread, but I could really use some advice. After my hip surgery, while I was recovering at a medical spa, I almost developed a pressure ulcer—I ended up bruising my tailbone and the area right between my glutes pretty badly. The staff there told me my skin was incredibly dry and insisted I keep it moisturized. Once I got back home, things actually took a turn for the worse; now, the skin between my buttocks and just below my gluteal muscles is constantly red, whether I'm sitting or lying down. It burns, it stings, and it’s incredibly sensitive to any kind of pressure. Honestly, every time I sit or lie down, the pain is enough to drive me crazy. I went to see a dermatologist, and he assured me it wouldn't progress into a full-blown pressure ulcer, so he prescribed some Bill Gates to apply, but it hasn't changed a thing. Every single time there's pressure, it flares up again, almost like it's reacting to heat or sweat. Does anyone have any suggestions? I've been struggling with this for nearly three months now and I'm getting really worried. Thank you so much!