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My leg was swelled up so the Dr. had it wrapped. [Update Dr.s office just called me back]
5/25/2012 12:02:43 PM
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
My ankle felt like it was broken and my shin hurt so much. I ended up taking 2 hydrocodone pills after I unwrapped it, and took my son to school, and when home.
5/25/2012 12:03:57 PM
That doesn't look good. 
5/25/2012 12:03:57 PM
That dog is eyeing that leg bone...
5/25/2012 12:05:00 PM
OK....
5/25/2012 12:05:29 PM
Originally Posted By thebeekeeper1:
That doesn't look good.
That doesn't look good.
5/25/2012 12:07:08 PM
Originally Posted By DriftPunch:
That dog is eyeing that leg bone...
That dog is eyeing that leg bone...
Yep, he keeps trying to lic my wound, but I wont let him near it.
5/25/2012 12:10:47 PM
Poor circulation. The arteries deliver blood under pressure OK, but the veins don't send it back very well, so blood pools and body fluids build up (edema). There's no cure, and the only "treatment" is pretty much limited to prescription support stockings that squeeze the leg and foot all around.
Ask me how I know.
Ask me how I know.
5/25/2012 12:19:23 PM
Dr. said it was because my injury to my knee, and then the operation. He said it would get worse before it got better. I'm hopeful it will all go away with time.
Here's the dog that is eye fucking my leg bone.
5/25/2012 12:31:27 PM
Originally Posted By Dumpster_Baby:
Poor circulation. The arteries deliver blood under pressure OK, but the veins don't send it back very well, so blood pools and body fluids build up (edema). There's no cure, and the only "treatment" is pretty much limited to prescription support stockings that squeeze the leg and foot all around.
Ask me how I know.
Poor circulation. The arteries deliver blood under pressure OK, but the veins don't send it back very well, so blood pools and body fluids build up (edema). There's no cure, and the only "treatment" is pretty much limited to prescription support stockings that squeeze the leg and foot all around.
Ask me how I know.
mines a thigh high! and I hate that damn thing..
5/25/2012 12:35:30 PM
wtf did you do, fucko?
5/25/2012 12:43:16 PM
I'll bet that good looking fellow already has a spot in the back yard to bury that leg bone.
Keep an eye on him and get better so you can play with him.
Keep an eye on him and get better so you can play with him.
5/25/2012 12:47:29 PM
Tincture of Arnica, it won't seem like it's doing anything but after the 2nd day you'll notice a big improvement.
5/25/2012 1:11:36 PM
Dr.s officer just called, and they want me to put it back on until next Tuesday.
It's called a bulky Jones wrap. I honestly don't want to put it back on. 
It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.
It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.Is this normal??????
5/25/2012 1:21:39 PM
holy moly
looks like you might need to use ALPs alternating leg pressure system to get blood flowing.
looks like you might need to use ALPs alternating leg pressure system to get blood flowing.
5/25/2012 1:25:31 PM
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
Dr.s officer just called, and they want me to put it back on until next Tuesday.
Dr.s officer just called, and they want me to put it back on until next Tuesday.
It's called a bulky Jones wrap. I honestly don't want to put it back on. It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.
It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.Is this normal??????
Then just keep the leg elevated above your heart. Also, contracting the muscles in the leg helps to 'pump' venous blood and lymphatic fluid back to the heart.
5/25/2012 1:30:44 PM
3/10
No napkin
No reloads
No stapler
Overcooked
No napkin
No reloads
No stapler
Overcooked
5/25/2012 1:50:06 PM
Originally Posted By JustJim:
3/10
No napkin
No reloads
No stapler
Overcooked
3/10
No napkin
No reloads
No stapler
Overcooked
Don't know about the overcooked part but he sure didn't deglaze it or encrust it with anything to enhance the flavor. Guess he must hate his dog.
Good luck OP, I think I'll keep my creaky old knees without the staples and such.
5/25/2012 1:50:07 PM
Looks like.. Flesh eating bacteria.
Dibs on guns.
Dibs on guns.
5/25/2012 1:56:43 PM
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
Dr.s officer just called, and they want me to put it back on until next Tuesday.
Dr.s officer just called, and they want me to put it back on until next Tuesday.
It's called a bulky Jones wrap. I honestly don't want to put it back on. It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.
It made my ankle and leg feel like they were broken.Is this normal??????
You had better do as instructed––we'd hate to have to put you to sleep.
On a more positive note, what kind(s) of guns do you have?
5/25/2012 1:58:42 PM
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
5/25/2012 2:00:59 PM
leeches.
it's the only way.
it's the only way.
5/25/2012 2:02:39 PM
Originally Posted By thebeekeeper1:
On a more positive note, what kind(s) of guns do you have?
On a more positive note, what kind(s) of guns do you have?
Things are looking up!
5/25/2012 5:51:10 PM
Originally Posted By LightningII:
leeches.
it's the only way.
leeches.
it's the only way.
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
5/25/2012 6:01:13 PM
Originally Posted By LightningII:
leeches.
it's the only way.
leeches.
it's the only way.
Obviously this calls for and elixir distilled from lead and pomegranate.
5/25/2012 6:09:46 PM
Originally Posted By Dumpster_Baby:
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
Originally Posted By LightningII:
leeches.
it's the only way.
leeches.
it's the only way.
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
Wow, what's it like there? Lollapalooza, Clinton as prez, still worried about the Y2K bug?
5/25/2012 6:44:12 PM
Dibs on dog!
5/25/2012 6:51:37 PM
Originally Posted By cm:
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
Compartment syndrome is no joke. I had a four compartment fasciotomy on one leg already. OP, keep a keen eye on that leg and do not hesitate going to the ER if necessary.
5/25/2012 7:03:24 PM
Now you will always have one giant foot.
5/25/2012 7:20:26 PM
Originally Posted By KS_Physicist:
Wow, what's it like there? Lollapalooza, Clinton as prez, still worried about the Y2K bug?
Originally Posted By Dumpster_Baby:
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
Originally Posted By LightningII:
leeches.
it's the only way.
leeches.
it's the only way.
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
Wow, what's it like there? Lollapalooza, Clinton as prez, still worried about the Y2K bug?
5/26/2012 1:35:14 AM
Originally Posted By Dumpster_Baby:
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
Originally Posted By LightningII:
leeches.
it's the only way.
leeches.
it's the only way.
I'm really, really glad I live in the 20th century.
ETA - I'm aware we still use leeches in special cases. I was talking about medical science prior to 1900 -
still use maggots to.
5/26/2012 1:39:01 AM
Your leg looks like the back of an 80 year old skydiver.
5/26/2012 2:12:44 AM
OIL OF OREGANO
Oreganol P73 specifically...
Oreganol P73 specifically...
5/26/2012 2:34:25 AM
Originally Posted By LosferWords:
Your leg looks like the back of an 80 year old skydiver.
Your leg looks like the back of an 80 year old skydiver.
5/26/2012 2:40:06 AM
F wrapping that thing up! look up compartment synd. that was mentioned before. that will honestly **** you up
5/26/2012 2:47:27 AM
Originally Posted By cm:
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
Compartment syndrome is bad. They'll cut your shit off if it's bad enough. I spent the longest 24 hours of my life sitting in a hot bath praying for my leg to change colors.You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
5/26/2012 3:52:21 AM
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
My ankle felt like it was broken and my shin hurt so much. I ended up taking 2 hydrocodone pills after I unwrapped it, and took my son to school, and when home.
so you took 2 hydrocodone pills,then took your kid to school.
5/26/2012 3:58:58 AM
Originally Posted By MCREBELL:
so you took 2 hydrocodone pills,then took your kid to school.
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
My ankle felt like it was broken and my shin hurt so much. I ended up taking 2 hydrocodone pills after I unwrapped it, and took my son to school, and when home.
so you took 2 hydrocodone pills,then took your kid to school.
2 hydrocodones. Big fucking deal.
5/26/2012 4:04:40 AM
Originally Posted By MrVegas:
2 hydrocodones. Big fucking deal.
Originally Posted By MCREBELL:
so you took 2 hydrocodone pills,then took your kid to school.
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
It was wrapped with a blanket of cotton and then 2 stretch wraps. I was told to keep my leg elevated above my heart for the 1st 24 hrs, but they didn't tell me when to remove it. I called the Dr.'s office yesterday and asked when I should remove it, but he wasn't there and they said he would call me around 1400. I was sleeping because of the pain meds, and and missed the window to call him back, so I lefty it on again last night, but this morning my leg/foot was hurting so bad I had to take it off. This is what I found under the cotton, and wraps.
My ankle felt like it was broken and my shin hurt so much. I ended up taking 2 hydrocodone pills after I unwrapped it, and took my son to school, and when home.
so you took 2 hydrocodone pills,then took your kid to school.
2 hydrocodones. Big fucking deal.
???
If he's not use to taking them they would be.
5/26/2012 4:17:20 AM
Originally Posted By ToyCop:
Compartment syndrome is no joke. I had a four compartment fasciotomy on one leg already. OP, keep a keen eye on that leg and do not hesitate going to the ER if necessary.
Originally Posted By cm:
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
You should lie down, with your body flat on the bed, and elevate the leg so it stays above the level of the body - it'll help fluid drain into your torso, decreasing swelling.
You can go to someplace like walmart and buy a multipack of support pantyhose (i think they are leggs? brand) or what ever other brand is cheap. They are a cheap substitute for medical compression stockings. Use one or two at the same time for compression. A better substitue would be lycra spandex compression leggins, such as running/exercise types, but those are much more expensive. You may be able to find something similar in woman's clothing, but you would have to look around for those.
You will have more problems from the edema if you stand a lot and don't move. As mentioned, there are valves in the veins that help to keep fluid from pooling in the legs. when you use your muscles, they help to move fluid in the leg, so the more movement you do, the more it helps to keep the swelling down.
This may or may not get better with time. sorry to say.
edit - to add
if you are getting too much swelling, and you don't have room for the compression to occur because the wrap is too tight, you'll get something called compartment syndrome - basically pressure damage to the tissues. the wrap should not cause your leg to hurt, so I would suggest either not wrap it as tight or leave it off for a while and just elevate it until you talk with or get seen by the doctor.
- paranoia check - another thing to consider is if there is a lot of pain that increases, you have more swelling and discoloration, you get a feeling of heat from the leg, or localized tenderness on palpation, you may have to watch for something they call a deep vein thrombosis, which would necessitate an eval by a doctor or er.
- as always, refer to your doctor for the proper course of treatment
Compartment syndrome is no joke. I had a four compartment fasciotomy on one leg already. OP, keep a keen eye on that leg and do not hesitate going to the ER if necessary.
I had it happen after a stint operation to get more blood to the foot.
They made 3 7" long cuts.
I had a wound care nurse visiting for 30 days to change the bandages.
I had to wear a vacuum bandage the whole time.
It was a bitch getting it to seal properly.
To OP:
Did you send your DR the pics you took?
If not, do so.
Keep him updated best you can.
5/26/2012 9:35:58 AM
The hydrocodone takes about 1.5 to 2 hours before I notice the pain going away, and I get mildly drowsy. School is a 15 minute drive so I felt safe driving him there.
I re-raped it yesterday after I got off line seeing it was starting to swell up again, The Dr. said to keep it like that until my visit next Tuesday. I lasted until 10:30 last night when the pain became to much and I had my son unwrap it. I kept it elevated and this morning it's fine. I still have some blackish undertones under my ankle thought, and my skin was super itchy, but very tender to touch it.
I may or may not re-rap it before I go see the doc on Tuesday.
Thanks for all the really good med advice, and warnings which I will heed.
5/26/2012 10:05:09 AM
Did you try rubbing some dirt on it?
5/26/2012 10:48:36 AM
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
Dr. said it was because my injury to my knee, and then the operation. He said it would get worse before it got better. I'm hopeful it will all go away with time.
Dr. said it was because my injury to my knee, and then the operation. He said it would get worse before it got better. I'm hopeful it will all go away with time.
Here's the dog that is eye fucking my leg bone.
Cute dog! gross leg
5/30/2012 9:52:14 PM
That looks nasty! Take more morphine it will look a lot better. I ll keep you in prayer.
I ll keep you in prayer.5/30/2012 10:11:54 PM
Originally Posted By Searcherfortruth:
Dr. said it was because my injury to my knee, and then the operation. He said it would get worse before it got better. I'm hopeful it will all go away with time.
Dr. said it was because my injury to my knee, and then the operation. He said it would get worse before it got better. I'm hopeful it will all go away with time.
Here's the dog that is eye fucking my leg bone.
I know that look. He's thinking: "You gotta sleep sometime, Master"
ETA
Screw that support hose crap - what you need is a G-Suit. Specifically designed to do exactly what you need done; go check out the Army surplus store.
