I am 39 yrs old 5'10" and 172# . have had back pain and a tingly feeling when i lay down.blood in my stool(bright red).scary quick prognosis by local doc.had a serious drinking prob in the past(5 yrs ago)and have had appendix removed when i was young.any help would be appreciated.
2006-10-03 14:02:39 · 13 answers · asked by chuckybandarez 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
You need to go to an ER and get admitted for a full workup. They care if you have insurance. While you are there, ask to see a social worker and see what she can do about your no insurance situation. There's always Medicaid if you fall into the income guidelines. There's also a little known Federal act called the "Hill Burton Act" which requires hospitals that are considered nonprofit to set aside money to apply to help any uninsured patient to pay their hospital bill. This would vary with the hospital, because some hospitals surpass the profit margin further than others.
Last but least, be aware that your medical bills can be paid off in small increments. They can't take your home or ask for more money than you can reasonably afford to give and still your bills. If this is only $5.00/month, that's what they have to accept.
My sister was in a similar situation, no insurance and needed emergency surgery. The hospital worked with her, the social workers got her medicaid and she has only a small amount that needs to be paid back, no pressure.
Your health is of utmost importance. No rectal bleeding is normal and the longer you wait, the worse the outcome could be. Please don't think about money but about how important you are to someone. Every ones life has value. Don't throw yours away. The hospital and doctors will definitely work with you.
Best wishes and positive thoughts to you.
2006-10-03 14:19:30 · answer #1 · answered by sandra j 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Likely the back pain and blood in stool are unrelated. Bright red visible blood means the bleeding is lower down in the GI tract. Usually means a rectal tear or hemorrhoids, the worse kind of blood is the type you do not see called Occult bleeding. Occult bleeding is the stuff cancer is made of, and the person usually presents with anemia. To put you mind at ease if possible you may want to be checked out, and if a colonoscopy is recommedned than do it.
2006-10-03 21:08:24 · answer #2 · answered by mr.answerman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The tingly feeling usually occurs from something pressing on the nerves. Back pain and tingly feeling sounds like a herniated disk in your back. I would recommend seeing a doctor who can diagnose the cause of your back pain and also refer you to a neurologist.
BRB in your stool usually occurs from hemorrhoids, but again, only a doctor can fully diagnose your situation.
Finally, I don't know in which state you live, but I believe no hospital can turn you away from receiving emergency care. Also, you should look into what kind of city and state funding is available for low income, or no income situations.
Good Luck.
2006-10-03 21:19:22 · answer #3 · answered by Willie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would definately go to the Emergency room! They cannot refuse you without insurance. You just need to remember to give them as much information about your history as possible when you get ther. Medication you are taking how long you have been experiencing the problem. Also be honest about the amount of pain (if any) you are feeling. Now go and get better! Good luck
2006-10-03 21:15:06 · answer #4 · answered by fancy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
U migth want to call medicare or go to ur docotor and tell them u cant afford to pay and they can help u get goverment help, if u qualify they migth cover ur whole entire bill i mean ur goverment has to help u and they will u just have to talk to the nurses/doc so they can give u the paper work. Money a reason for u to suffer. Find out all the help their is out their.
2006-10-03 21:30:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try ask a nurse to see if you get an idea what is wrong with you, but I think you should go to the ER. This sounds serious.
2006-10-03 21:07:23 · answer #6 · answered by mr. missy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go see the county Dr. they well adjust payment by your income. Nothing to mess with it could be somethings that meds well fix if you take care of it now. Keep waiting it could cost you a lot more money and life wise.
2006-10-03 21:07:15 · answer #7 · answered by mzbratkid 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the er.
They can not refuse you service for not having insurance. They may set you up on a payment plan but hell its better than your insides imploding.
2006-10-03 21:04:53 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
stop all carbs except vegetable carbs, take digestive bacteria avaliable at oragnic food stores; get your digestive track checked, make no assumptions without a test no matter what the local doctor says.
2006-10-03 21:21:35 · answer #9 · answered by naimkhan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact your local service agency as well as the clinic. You need help my friend.
2006-10-03 21:06:33 · answer #10 · answered by The Garage Dude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋