Look, I haven't gone under the knife yet, but I fully intend to have the procedure done at a hospital. They could certainly make a killing off us, but here’s my take: if they’re going to screw me over—let's assume that happens—then they might as well do it for free. At least then I won't be paying out of pocket for corrective surgery. But honestly, who’s to say they won't still rip me off even if I pay upfront via $3333?☕
Look, here’s the deal... I spent a month on bed rest due to preeclampsia at the local women's hospital. A check-up lasts all of 30 seconds; if you actually have a question, they just tell you to go find a nurse. Of course, she’s either too busy or simply doesn't give a damn. The only reason I ever had clean sheets is because I was staying with a friend who has connections there. Otherwise, you’d be dealing with a mess just like everyone else. When I finally gave birth, yeah, I bled—and not just a little—but don't expect a pristine white sheet when things are bound to get dirty anyway. I was honestly embarrassed to have anyone visit. And as for the staff being rude and unprofessional? Don't even get me started!
neonhawk78 said:It sounds like you got treated at the same hospital in Miami 😂. Nobody there communicates, nobody takes you seriously, they just botch the surgery and leave you rotting in the same bed for five days. You get food that’s either boiled or baked into flavorless mush, and they wait until day five just to pull the nasal swabs out. Then they kick you out, rolling their eyes while handing you the discharge papers because you didn't bring them a gift. 🙄
Facts! Thank God I moved away from ST, otherwise I'd be looking for a surgeon in Cleveland instead. 🙂
My doctor mentioned they used to perform nasal surgeries under local anesthesia at the local clinic, but thankfully, they don't do that to patients anymore. He explained that while local anesthesia numbs the tissue, it obviously can't touch the bone. Apparently, there were plenty of people who "felt" almost everything during the procedure, which is why they switched to general anesthesia.
Don't mention it. Chris Gonzalez3, did you have your surgery done at a hospital or through a private clinic? How many nasal tampons did they pack in there? If you're still stuck in the hospital, how long does a stay typically last?
Man, I honestly don't have much to say about it. I'm still waiting to see how things play out, but I really hope you pull through quickly and get rid of that pain ASAP! Hopefully, someone jumps in here with some actual advice.
I'm scheduled for septoplasty in January. While they're at it, they’re going to straighten my nose out since the bridge is shifted left and the tip pulls to the right. And just so we're clear, I have supplemental insurance, so this won't cost me a dime.
I had my initial ENT consultation on September 11th regarding a deviated septum. They sent me for sinus X-rays, which I've already completed. I called today to schedule the follow-up where we’re supposed to finalize the surgery plans. The nurse set me up for Tuesday, October 1st, but then dropped a bombshell: she said they’re only seeing kids and emergencies right now, so if the strike continues, I shouldn't bother showing up. I'm wondering—do they actually have to see me if I was already given an appointment? I've been reading online that nurses aren't even striking anymore. I'm stuck. If they gave me a slot, aren't they obligated to honor it?
Which doctor did you see? I've got an ear infection and have to head to the ENT at the hospital this Thursday, but I’m trying my best to avoid that specific "doctor." Feel free to DM me. Thanks
She’s just trying to trigger your guilt so she can worm her way back into your life. I’ve been through this exact scenario before—people like that don't change. You know exactly who she is, and you're spot on when you say she’s using you as her personal therapist. It’s a pattern she’s leaned on her whole life, isn't it? Don't sabotage yourself here. Give yourself a fighting chance to actually build something meaningful instead of putting your entire life on hold! I get that it's tough, but your mother is a grown woman and she's solely responsible for her own actions.
There’s no grand strategy here. It’s simple: someone wants in, or they don't. That said, I find this kind of back-and-forth targeting the patient completely unprofessional, regardless of the circumstances.
Betty Edwards22 said:Lately, Medicare has started scrutinizing invoices and discharge papers like hawks. A septum is a functional issue, whereas a hump is just an aesthetic one. Your only move is to find a different ENT who’s actually willing to do it.
I get it. My problem is how to explain to this next doctor that I’m not just chasing vanity, which is clearly what this person assumed. I have massive, very real breathing issues, and I am getting this surgery for my own sake, period. I’m not looking for a Hollywood makeover; I just want to smooth out this bump. It’s within reasonable limits. Honestly, I’m just depressed because reading about all the other girls who went in for surgery only to have doctors play hardball—some even suggesting the surgery themselves—makes me feel sick. Anyway, do you have any advice on how to handle the next appointment? What should I say so the doctor actually listens? I’m terrified that if I admit I have insecurities about my nose, they’ll refuse to operate on anything at all. Can my primary care physician write "rhinoplasty" on the new referral I’m asking for when seeking a second opinion? Since the bump came from a broken nose, does it make sense to lead with that when I see the new specialist?
I have a question and I need your take on this... I went for my first ENT consultation today regarding a deviated septum and a bumpy, crooked nose. Before this, I asked my primary care physician if the surgeon might be open to performing a minor aesthetic correction at the same time. She was convinced he would, even telling me that one girl went to the hospital just to have a tattoo removed, and the doctor agreed without any issues (read: as long as there was extra cash involved). So today, being completely naive, I bring it up to the specialist, only for him to shut me down immediately. 😲 He told me he’ll fix the septum, but he isn't interested in anything else, and then had the nerve to ask why I didn't just get it done back in the States, where I had my tonsils out seven years ago, instead of coming to him now.😲😲 Look, I know he isn't obligated to do it, but my nose is a massive complex for me. It eats away at my confidence, and it carries all this baggage from childhood... I thought about going back to my GP to request a second opinion and explain exactly why I'm asking, hoping I'll have better luck with a different doctor. What would you do if you were in my shoes? Does anyone have advice on how to handle this? I can't afford a private specialist right now, otherwise, I would have fixed this ages ago! Thanks🙂
Look, I recently moved to Cleveland, so I need to get surgery for a deviated septum at the local hospital. I need some clarity on the process: do I start by seeing my primary care physician to get a referral for an ENT, and then handle everything from there? Also, which specialist should I be looking for? Does Medicare cover this procedure? I assume so, but my nose was broken when I was three years old and it's completely crooked—the bone on one side is totally thin. I'm wondering if it can be cosmetically improved while still being covered under a single Medicare claim. If anyone here has recently had this done at the Cleveland hospital, please reach out. Thanks🙂