Hi. Male, 34. I do not have insurance. I went to the only hosp. in town abt. a year ago and found out that there were a couple very small stones and one 7 I believe.. Had been having stomach issues that I assumed was stomach-bug/food for several days before I had the sharp pains in my left side that had me doubled over. I had to go to the ER because I had no idea what was happening to me and could barely stand the pain. After almost 5 hrs, a CT scan, pain meds, and all other charges I could accrue, I was released and told that the stones should probably be able to be passed with just the regular ado. They did so the next day with the help of the pain meds.
I have not been able to pay back the debt for various reasons, be able to afford a real insurance, or get assistance as of yet.
A few days ago I basically thought I was sick again due to the population that I work with. I felt somewhat better yesterday, but early this morning the pains became more intense but bearable. The pain was in the same area as before but has now moved down a bit maybe. The feeling of needing to urinate is another duplicate symptom.
I am determined to not have to go to the hospital if I can do without it to avoid any more bills. Since the pain isn't crippling and I'm actually able to dictate this concern, I figured I'd wait on my own(with a friend) to see if I'd be able to pass them and hope that it doesn't get worse...
Or should I go to the hosp. to be sure? Any thoughts? I am drinking water and taking ibuprofen..