EVERY time I’m in the physical hospital, I end up distraught emotionally.
I’m diagnosed sza, bipolar, ptsd, gad with agoraphobia and social anxiety.
It’s almost like I need to be alone. This happens all the time.
I’m trying to keep the two separate. I’m not yet successful.
Any ideas? My regular coping skills aren’t working.
Thanks! 
Can someone bring you books to read to distract yourself? Or sudoku? Magazines? I think you need to keep your mind occupied
I thought about books, but the pain of acute pancreatitis makes it hard to focus.
Also, I’m usually fed intravenously. Eventually increased to clear liquids.
I usually watch property brothers or undercover boss.
Thanks so much for trying to help. You’ve got me thinking.
Dunno, can you go for walks to the hospital shop or cafeteria and sit there, are you bedwritten ?
Sorry I wasn’t able to help. I really feel for you
I’m usually receiving meds and fluids through an iv. I wish I could walk.
Are you kidding me? The suggestions you mentioned are great… thanks
Not much you can do, only mental things. How long do you have to be in hospital?
I’m at home, now, but had 3 inpatient stays this month.
Hey, I guess I should be thankful I didn’t have to go inpatient psychiatric facility. Maybe I’m being too hard on myself.
Yes. You’re being too hard on yourself.
You could study your illness and become your own best doctor.
Thanks, hon. You’re right. I’m going to make a list of 5 things I can do if this happens again.
You’re a rock star!
Funny you should say that… my gi doc and practice head referred me to an endocrinologist, pancreas specialist, for possible minor surgery.
It’s 30 miles from here, so, I’m nervous.
I like the idea of pre-planning.
Me too. I guess my problem is that I’ve been too sick to do that. That’s why I’m attempting to be proactive NOW.
You’re so sweet. Thanks so much!
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