Andy_Copland 0 #1 March 31, 2006 I find it strange that im half covered in tattoo's yet today at the Dr's i could feel my heart pumping right out my chest and nearly having a panic attack 1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #2 March 31, 2006 QuoteI find it strange that im half covered in tattoo's yet today at the Dr's i could feel my heart pumping right out my chest and nearly having a panic attack I've been shot, stabbed, and beaten with a stick, and never passed out, but if I watch em sticking in a needle taking my blood, I'll face plant in mere seconds. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broke 0 #3 March 31, 2006 WussDivot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy_Copland 0 #4 March 31, 2006 Have you seen those fucking needles! They are all small, stingy and you can feel all the liquid just struggling to absorb into your muscle as they inject... 2 more to look forward to and a blood test 1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
christelsabine 1 #5 March 31, 2006 QuoteHave you seen those fucking needles! They are all small, stingy and you can feel all the liquid just struggling to absorb into your muscle as they inject... 2 more to look forward to and a blood test Ever seen the big_fat_long needles used when they take blood sample? Now that's something to enjoy.... My blood type is a rare one, so I donate every 3 months. No problem at all. dudeist skydiver # 3105 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy_Copland 0 #6 March 31, 2006 I dont mind the whole blood being taken out and i get a free drink at the end which is always nice. I think im more scared of small needles 1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrBounce 0 #7 March 31, 2006 QuoteWuss What he said..... Gavin Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. If you don't take it out and use it, its going to rust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,314 #8 March 31, 2006 QuoteHave you seen those fucking needles! They are all small, stingy and you can feel all the liquid just struggling to absorb into your muscle as they inject... Let's hope you never have a knee, shoulder or back injury. You'd love them needles... Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy_Copland 0 #9 March 31, 2006 The thought of a needle going into my back (especially the bottom for some reason) just doesnt make my day at all. Anyone know what that feels like?1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #10 March 31, 2006 One of my biggest fears are IVs. I have weak small veins that are all bumpy and it takes multible times and me begging them to use at the largest a 18 before the vein holds up to the needle. And even then it wont hold for long. It is the most pain I have ever felt and I now refuse IVs. With this now comes the fear of needles in any form except a tattoo... that doesnt go in a vein or deep. Edit to add yes Ive had a needle in my spin ... its part of trying to have pain free child birth Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #11 March 31, 2006 QuoteI find it strange that im half covered in tattoo's yet today at the Dr's i could feel my heart pumping right out my chest and nearly having a panic attack Quit being such a pussy about it--it ain't that big of a deal! Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrBounce 0 #12 March 31, 2006 QuoteOne of my biggest fears are IVs. I have weak small veins that are all bumpy and it takes multible times and me begging them to use at the largest a 18 before the vein holds up to the needle. And even then it wont hold for long. It is the most pain I have ever felt and I now refuse IVs. With this now comes the fear of needles in any form except a tattoo... that doesnt go in a vein or deep. I guess I'm lucky enough to have veins like hosepipes. Of course, there was this one time where I went to give a blood sample at uni. The nurse was rushed and managed to push the needle clean through the vein and out the back, then she tried to draw blood. Now THAT HURT!!! Gavin Ashes to ashes, dust to dust. If you don't take it out and use it, its going to rust. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone 0 #13 March 31, 2006 I am terrified of needles. I can't give blood cuz i won't get through it.Yeah...You need to grow up. -Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #14 March 31, 2006 I've got no problem with them at all... I donate blood regularly and have had IVs during surgeries/hospital stays before. I have kind of squirelly, deep veins though, so I always have to instruct someone who's drawing blood on which vein to use, and they have to be fairly skilled to hit it. The only time I really didn't like needles was when this one woman hacked at me for about six times before I finally said QUIT IT. She then said "Well, we'd still like you to donate can we try again?" I said, "I'd still like to donate but I'd like someone else to try, thanks." When I get IVs they usually go straight to my hands because my veins are much happier down there."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waltappel 1 #15 March 31, 2006 Ok, I've got an incredibly funny story about this kind of thing. I'll write it up and post it sometime this weekend. Definitely not for the squeamish, but quite funny! Walt Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy_Copland 0 #16 March 31, 2006 Looking forward to it 1338 People aint made of nothin' but water and shit. Until morale improves, the beatings will continue. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skydivermom 0 #17 March 31, 2006 ***The thought of a needle going into my back (especially the bottom for some reason) just doesnt make my day at all. Anyone know what that feels like? __________________________________________________ Yep.....had two epidurals (sp), but at that point I wouldn't have cared if they stuck me in my big toe...I JUST WANTED THE PAIN TO STOP!Mrs. WaltAppel All things work together for good to them that love God...Romans 8:28 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jumpergirl 0 #18 March 31, 2006 Not so much scared but I just really don't like them. I do, however, donate blood when I can. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leapdog 0 #19 March 31, 2006 QuoteI find it strange that im half covered in tattoo's yet today at the Dr's i could feel my heart pumping right out my chest and nearly having a panic attack I voted and tried to read some fo the thread, but I started to get light headed. Gunnery Sergeant of Marines "I would like it if I were challenged mentally at my job and not feel like I'm mentally challenged." - Co-worker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skyyhi 0 #20 March 31, 2006 Lisamarie, Insist that they have the IV start team do your IV whenever you need one. They usually have a nurse who can use a lidocaine wheal first before actually starting the IV. Also insist that they start them on long bones. That way they don't infiltrate as readily as others (no bendable parts to get in the way). If the nurse cannot palpate a proper vein, do not let her start an IV in you. She should not have to rely on sight.________________________________________ Take risks not to escape life… but to prevent life from escaping. ~ A bumper sticker at the DZ FGF #6 Darcy Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flygurl 0 #21 March 31, 2006 Needles don't bother me, but I have crappy veins and they only get one shot. If they don't hit it the first time I do it myself. No, I've never been a heroine junkie. Years ago I was a vet tech and I practiced drawing blood on myself. I do hate IV's though. They always end up putting it on the side of my wrist and it always hurts. Unfortunately, I'm not talented enough to thread an IV in myself. ________________________________________ "One out of every four American's are suffering from some form of mental illness. Think of your three best friends. If they're okay, then it's you." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lisamariewillbe 1 #22 March 31, 2006 QuoteIf the nurse cannot palpate a proper vein, do not let her start an IV in you. She should not have to rely on sight. Thats another thin, they say all the time "We got a good one... blah blah blah" I say "that will fall " they try anyways... I am right. Theres a vein that always works under a tendon in my elbow, but normally they wont listen to me at first so I go through some problems first. Im gonna print this out though, see if it works to get better service with them.Sudsy Fist: i don't think i'd ever say this Sudsy Fist: but you're looking damn sudsydoable in this Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ROK 0 #23 March 31, 2006 I practiced drawing blood on myself. _________________________________________________ VAMPIRE!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NWFlyer 2 #24 March 31, 2006 Quote Theres a vein that always works under a tendon in my elbow, but normally they wont listen to me at first so I go through some problems first. Oh, yeah, I have the same thing. I *know* which vein works... and so far they always listen to me even though they seem skeptical. It always works though."There is only one basic human right, the right to do as you damn well please. And with it comes the only basic human duty, the duty to take the consequences." -P.J. O'Rourke Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shotgun 1 #25 March 31, 2006 QuoteI think im more scared of small needles Ah, then you should try acupuncture. I sort of like needles, even at the dr.s, but I guess I'm sort of weird that way. And I love acupuncture... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
