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111 have said they need to send an ambulance

54 replies

Anxiouspatient · 02/12/2024 00:45

I recently had surgery and then developed a hematoma. I had the hematoma removed the day after surgery and have been feeling absolutely out of it ever since.
Today I’ve just not felt right and have felt nausea which has got worse throughout the day. I decided I needed to call 111 to see what the advice was, I expected them to say a clinician would call me back. They said they are going to send an ambulance which I was not expecting. Now I’m waiting for the ambulance which potentially could be a while. I wasn’t extremely worried before but AIBU now I really am.

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RafaistheKingofClay · 02/12/2024 00:49

Pack a bag is good advice. Chargers, power pack, wash bag, pyjamas, wet wipes if you have any, flannel if not, any meds you normally take, change of underwear etc, etc.

Hairbrush, I always forget a hairbrush.

Shakethedisease · 02/12/2024 00:48

111 can be very keen to refer to A&E to remove all doubt. Think about it like that. It might be a wait but then you'll be checked out. Pack that bag and take entertainment, snacks, water, and your phone charger.

RafaistheKingofClay · 02/12/2024 00:47

Hopefully, they are just being cautious OP. But here’s a hand to hold while you wait.

noblegiraffe · 02/12/2024 00:46

Pack a bag in case they need to take you in! Hopefully they are acting out of an abundance of caution.