rcarter76 0 Posted December 12, 2009 Did anyone else have the pain ball with a catheter? I took it out the day after I was released from the hospital, and am having a reaction. I called the nurses station and my surgeon and everyone told me I am just allergic and it would be fine in 3-5 days. But I am having blistering like I was burned, in the exact places the medication was attached and in a spiral where the tube was wrapped. I think I would be in a much better place if I wasn't dealing with this, so I am wondering if anyone else dealt with this, had issues or not, and any recommendations to getting rid of it so I can focus on starting to walk more (right now wearing pants hurts it) outside etc. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tiffykins 673 Posted December 13, 2009 I didn't have this pain ball that you've mentioned, but I would keep the area clean, and can you put a light dressing over it? Maybe some children's benadryl would help with the discomfort and allergic reaction? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deedee 5 Posted December 13, 2009 I had the pain ball and it was horrible for me. I still have skin discoloration (and blotches). I left mine in for the 5 days (I think) and each day I got worse and worse (depressed) until I took it out. I started feeling better about 30 minutes after it came out, but it sounds like you had a worse reaction to it so it might take longer. Maybe you need to insist on an appointment with your surgeon if you don't start to see an improvement. Good luck! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarter76 0 Posted December 13, 2009 Thanks gals! It is a bit better this AM, but on Monday if it is still there, I will be headed to the doc! I am sure the liquid Lortab helps the discomfort! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cajun 46 Posted December 13, 2009 What is a "pain ball" ? I've never heard of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
*susan* 1,709 Posted December 13, 2009 I am with cajun, I have never heard of the pain ball either. But, I do think your plan of following up with the doctor on Monday if you are still having problems is a good idea. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deedee 5 Posted December 13, 2009 Do you know, I probably should have asked that before responding:-)? We might be talking about two different things, but here's a link to what I had. Rcarter, is this it? On-Q PainBuster- Post-op Pain Relief System (U.S) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarter76 0 Posted December 13, 2009 That is exactly what mine was! I wish I hadn't had it, but I am sure I have no idea what kind of pain I would have been in without it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarter76 0 Posted December 15, 2009 OK gals, I am now officially sick of this! I have MORE blisters and the darn thing is itching even with tons of benadryl and it is spreading all over my stomach! I paged the doctor again today and hoping a steroid shot or something can help. This is ridiculous, and I am getting super frustrated! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tiffykins 673 Posted December 15, 2009 Yuck, I hope the doctor gets back to you soon. I can only imagine how irritating that is for you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarter76 0 Posted December 15, 2009 I just heard back from his assistant as I paged this AM, and am headed to see him at 10am! Thank god, I am hoping for a shot to make me better! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deedee 5 Posted December 15, 2009 Oh good, I really hope they get it under control soon! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rcarter76 0 Posted December 15, 2009 OK! Thanks everyone for your concern! I am getting better already, I saw my surgeon today, and he prescribed me some type of oral steroid and I ALREADY feel better. It is like a 6 day pack, so Sunday I should be good as new. Whew, what a pain, but it will all be worth it one day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
