Well the GA hospital here is nice... [Archive]

ben62670

10-22-2008, 08:13 PM

Today I was helping the X cutting down another tree. That all went well, but the brush fire didn't. I started one fire no problem, but the second didn't go so well. I have started many fires before with gas with no problems, but this time I got burned. I drove to the ER, and I shouldn't have. I felt like passing out. I lost a fair amount of skin on my right arm, and hand. I toughed it out for a while, but it got bad. I broke my back, and neck before, but burns really suck! They wanted me to go to the burn unit in ATL, but I was not into that. The scrubbing was not bad compared to the friggen pain in my hand. I now fully feel for those kids that get burnt do to stupidity of parents using front burners on a stove.

hoosier21

10-22-2008, 08:18 PM

Jesus dude, gas? Hope you have a fast recovery.

Russ

ben62670

10-22-2008, 08:20 PM

She didn't have diesel. I asked her to get diesel, or Kero, but...

dkg999

10-22-2008, 08:24 PM

Getting burned because your women left you and didn't have no diesel fuel ....... there's a blues song hiding in there somewhere :(

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

McLoki

10-22-2008, 08:34 PM

Hope you have a very quick recovery. I know it is painful - anything permenant?

Get well soon,

Michael

BIZILL

10-22-2008, 08:40 PM

SolidSqual

10-22-2008, 08:45 PM

I set myself on fire.
Just playin round with some gas.
My baby left me
. . . and I want to beat someone's ass!

So, I started a fire. . .
Just thought it'd be fun.
Cleanin' up ma' forest.
Cause motha' nata can't get her **** done.

No one was around.
Up in my Georgia hills
Got no money for Diesel,
No kerosene from my grills.

My woman took my smokes.
She took my bourbon glass
Just left me this red can
With a note, saying, "lazy, No class."

So I sat down next to
This big ol' pine tree
struck a book a matches
let that motha' burn free.

I got no reason
No reason to live anymore
But before I go
takin her house wit me fo' shore

ben62670

10-22-2008, 08:53 PM

dude! ben. hope you come outta this with only bad memories. will there be oodles of scarring to remind you of this event? i was wondering why you hadn't responded to my private message. i know you're ALWAYS online...

Thanks Guys.
Nothing perm but scares. I have to type lefty, but it hurts like a mofo. While I was in the hospital I saw much worse. Kinda made me feel bad about whining for more ice. I was going nutz there in pain. There was a little girl there for reasons unknown, but I ventured over to see if I could help calm her down. I should donate a little time like I used to. People have some real tough stuff to go through, and need prayer. The last few years I have been slipping with my duties, and this was just another slap in the face that I need to get back on track.
Ben

danger boy

10-22-2008, 08:56 PM

Ben,

Burns on the most painful thing you will ever experience.. trust me I know. I got burned over 20% of my body about 15 yrs ago. it hurt like a mo Fu!

treitz3

10-22-2008, 09:02 PM

Ben, you dumb ass. Create a line leading TO the fire via gas that's about.......oh,.......... say 20 feet out. My friend, I hope that the injuries heal quickly and that no complications occur. My prayers are out to you tonight. Get well brother.

Face

10-22-2008, 09:03 PM

You're a walking disaster... :D

Feel better man!

SCompRacer

10-22-2008, 09:20 PM

Sweet jebus... Rest and heal Ben!

ben62670

10-22-2008, 09:23 PM

you're a walking disaster... :d

feel better man!

yes i am!!!

John30_30

10-22-2008, 09:29 PM

Thanks Guys.
Nothing perm but scares. I have to type lefty, but it hurts like a mofo. While I was in the hospital I saw much worse. Kinda made me feel bad about whining for more ice. I was going nutz there in pain. There was a little girl there for reasons unknown, but I ventured over to see if I could help calm her down. I should donate a little time like I used to. People have some real tough stuff to go through, and need prayer. The last few years I have been slipping with my duties, and this was just another slap in the face that I need to get back on track.
Ben

Good-hearted approach. Plus your ears are okay, right?:D

nadams

10-22-2008, 09:30 PM

Here's hoping for a quick recovery. We've all done stupid things before... and we've all done things we know we shouldn't, but "get away with" anyway. And for that, I won't scold you on the gas :p

Hopefully the scarring won't limit the movement of your hand after it's all healed up.

My own story with gas... I was trying to light a brush fire on a rainy day with gas... tried several times and couldn't get it to light. Stuck around a bit, saw no more smoke, so I went inside to get dried off (it was raining pretty good). A few (maybe 15 or 20) minutes later, I look out to see a out-of-control brushfire going on! Seems that there was some straw hiding out down underneath some other stuff, which caught after I left (must've been smouldering ever so slightly). Luckily, there was a water supply and buckets nearby, so I got everything under control before it burnt down the wood fence that was nearby :). Blistered the paint on it, tho.

george daniel

10-22-2008, 09:34 PM

Ben,Ben,Ben,, what are we gonna' do with you.;) Stay safe and heal quickly,if I can do anything..let me know--george

audiobliss

10-22-2008, 09:41 PM

You just couldn't burn up that gas fast enough to suit you by only using it in your car, huh? Just HAD to find another way to get rid of it all. :p

Here's to hoping the pain is relieved soon and you're left with full functionality of your hand!

disneyjoe7

10-22-2008, 09:45 PM

Get better soon.

ben62670

10-22-2008, 09:54 PM

This friggen hurts! It comes in waves. I feel like I am going to pass out again. My teeth are numb, and just thinking of peeling the bandages off just nauseates me. I can take another pain pill, but they make me sick.

Ricardo

10-22-2008, 10:00 PM

Ouch.......hope the pain goes away and you get better soon.

TroyD

10-22-2008, 10:09 PM

GAS??

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA A

I'm sorry man, but that's FUNNY.

Speedy recovery, bro.

Look at the bright side, it'll be like getting some strange.

BDT

ben62670

10-22-2008, 10:11 PM

Thanks guys. I am taking Hydrocodone-apap 7.5, and it aint working:confused:

ben62670

10-22-2008, 10:15 PM

GAS??

WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA A

I'm sorry man, but that's FUNNY.

Speedy recovery, bro.

Look at the bright side, it'll be like getting some strange.

BDT

I know man. I have lit many fires with gas before, and this time I have no idea what happened. Usually these storys are from some dumb ass who didn't use caution. The only guess I have is a puddle may have back splattered when I light it:confused:

Lasareath

10-22-2008, 10:21 PM

Hey don't ignore my PM's!

Where are my new cables?

ben62670

10-22-2008, 10:23 PM

Hey don't ignore my PM's!

Where are my new cables?

Todays PM? I'll call. Answer your phone!!!

Lasareath

10-22-2008, 10:24 PM

I'm just kidding Ben, Get better, I have plenty of time....

mrbigbluelight

10-22-2008, 10:28 PM

There's a safety video that I pushed the Safety Department at work to get called, "Remember Charlie".

http://www.safetyvideosnow.com/Remember_Charlie_Safety_Video_p/pt1.htm

(link has a very short preview)

It deals with a dude named Charlie Morecraft who was involved in a fire at an oil refinery.
Long story short: as Charlie himself tells the story, it was a fire that was a result of his own doing.

Best safety video I've ever seen.

One of the MAJOR points that Charlie himself points out is that while the fire that burned 45% of his body definitely hurt him, it also hurt those around him.

His dad had a heart attack and died in the parking lot of the hospital after seeing his son in the emergency room the day of the fire.
His mother, who was at his side every day he was in the hospital, withered away.
He and his wife divorced.
His oldest daughter, a straight A student all her life, had her grades plummet after the accident. She attempted suicide.

....and, as Charlie himself told the story (and courageously told on himself, too), it went on and on and on.

My point ?

We all take shortcuts, we all have attacks of "It won't happen to me".
But we all have to remember: our actions don't just affect us.
They sometimes impact those around us more severely.

So Ben, get better. Soon !
And get better at starting fires soon, too !

You have kids counting on you.

P.S. the pain, while bad, will pass sooner than you think.

engtaz

10-22-2008, 10:33 PM

Hope you feel better fast.

engtaz

Dennis Gardner

10-22-2008, 10:38 PM

ben62670

10-22-2008, 11:09 PM

Ask for another painkiller........you are allergic to codeine and its derivatives i you are getting nausea. I threw up for 3 days after all 4 wisdom teeth were cut out only to find out the pills made me sicker than the surgery.

I have to go back tomorrow to get my dressing changed. I will mention my sickness. The pain was causing a lot of nausea too. I am usually the last guy to go get medical attention, but the pain was just too much. I really should not have driven to the ER.
Thanks
Ben

agfrost

10-22-2008, 11:10 PM

Pain from burns is unlike any other kind of pain--Most of our pain sensation is more recently evolved, and is processed in a different part of the brain. Burns strike at nerves in the part of our brain that's responsible for emotions, which is why you feel so effin' aggravated/emotional when you get burnt. Probably why your meds can't kill off the pain too.

Sorry for the lecture, I'm probably just trying to justify the years spent getting my psychology degree. :)

Ben, hope you're feeling well soon enough.

Jay

GV#27

10-22-2008, 11:13 PM

Ouch!Hope you have a speedy recovery.

b_dick

10-22-2008, 11:17 PM

I'm sorry to hear about your accident, Ben. Heal fast.

BAD ASP

10-22-2008, 11:21 PM

Ben, damn man..... I hope things get better for you. I hate to read / hear about this kind of shtuff happening. It's absolutely amazing how your world can turn upside down in just a matter of seconds. Good luck, we'll pray to your speedy recovery.

Mike

joeparaski

10-22-2008, 11:28 PM

Wow man! I'll bet it will be a long time before you do that again. I wish you a speedy recovery, and I know this sucks, but it will pass.....eventually.

Joe

ben62670

10-22-2008, 11:43 PM

Wow man! I'll bet it will be a long time before you do that again....
Joe

Nope I am pretty dumb. As soon as I can use a lighter with my right hand I will probably go relight the brush pile. The bandages should help protect me from the flames:D
Ben:o

Early B.

10-23-2008, 12:00 AM

Damn, Ben. WTF??

If you need anything, don't hesitate to call me.

Kex

10-23-2008, 12:31 AM

Very sad story ... even more so because it's true. I wish I could help ... get well soon!

P.S. it's nice that you're in touch though ...

snow

10-23-2008, 12:33 AM

Glad your not more seriously injured, take care and have the ex start the fire next time :D

REGARDS SNOW

Stew

10-23-2008, 01:28 AM

Ben - Ouch!! Next time, try making a torch from a stick and rag and throw it on the pile from a distance. Hope you're feeling better soon!

mmadden28

10-23-2008, 01:29 AM

Dang Ben-Doesn't seem to be anything else that needs to be said-
Get well soon, and be careful with the solder irons now.

I used to think ambulances were for only the sickest of the sick, but after running ambulance calls with the fire dept for a few years and seeing some of the BS reasons people call the ambulance-I don't hesitate when somebody I know should seek medical attention. Besides its almost a ticket right into the ER bypassing the waiting room (depends on your priority and how busy the ER is of course, but it usually does help).
I mean one time we transported a girl to the hospital because she had some minor stomach cramps-the real reason was she didn't want to work (cleaning lady) that night for her demanding employer. There are people that were involved in bad accidents I mean involving rollover, etc), but would refuse to go to get checked out-its nuts.
Another good reason not to drive yourself, is as you mentioned-its a safety issue-if you pass out before you get there (whatever the reason for driving to the ER is), well that could be pretty bad.

Again-get well soon-Peace.

ESavinon

10-23-2008, 01:32 AM

Get Well Soon! Ask for morphine. Keep the arm elevated to reduce circulation.
That should help a little with the pain but remember not to bring the arm down.
Keep it still maybe a sling?

Ron-P

10-23-2008, 01:51 AM

I know exactly how you fell bro. I had a half pound of black power ignite 1' from my face, it liquefied the flesh on my face and burned off every last hair on my face, everything was gone. The only hair I had left was on my head which was a big melted ball. The worst part, getting the hot nurse to scrub the embedded asphalt pieces out of my face, that hurt like a mo-fo.

Best of luck healing fast.

F1nut

10-23-2008, 02:33 AM

Hope you mend quickly.

ben62670

10-23-2008, 03:56 AM

Glad your not more seriously injured, take care and have the ex start the fire next time :D

REGARDS SNOW

I almost choked on that one. You trying to kill me:D

Fireman32

10-23-2008, 06:17 AM

Ben man that sucks to hear. I hope you feel better and they give you some better meds.

PolkClyde

10-23-2008, 07:49 AM

I don't think anyone is going to hell in this thread

ben62670

10-23-2008, 07:50 AM

sucks2beme

10-23-2008, 10:37 AM

Itchy itchy itchy. I had to bring my youngest daughter to school, and her teachers asked what I did. Well I told them "something stupid" they laughed, and one replied "sounds like something my husband would do". The others nodded in agreement. I think these kinda wounds are male only type of injury's:o
Ben

It's a guy kind of injury because women always ask US to do it.:D
Try not to blow anything up again this year. I hope you fell better soon.

Face

10-23-2008, 10:39 AM

Is there anyone else here who has read the title as "Well the GA hospice here is nice... ? :D

BigMac

10-23-2008, 11:02 AM

Hope you feel better soon. Burns suck, plain and simple. Just put on some of your favorite tunes and go to your happy place. :)

Jeff Beaird

10-23-2008, 11:22 AM

Glad your not more seriously injured, take care and have the ex start the fire next time :D

REGARDS SNOW

Ya, I think ALL ex's are excellent fire starters..!:eek:
Get well soon, a tip from an experienced burn patient, before you go to change dressings take 2 pills!

NotaSuv

10-23-2008, 11:31 AM

Just reading this thread puts shivers down my spine

Burn pain is the worst........had 3rd degree burns from calf to my toes.....hot roofing tar no less...helper hit a roof ledge and 1/2 a bucket onto me leg..doesnt matter what they give ya it still hurts like a mofo

they gave up after giving me 6 shots and i was still screamin .........

even worse was the debriding (removing dead skin and tissue from the burned area). Nurse would roll up a towel and tell me to bit on it and scream if I wanted to.....2 weeks of pure hell...........

best of luck for a speedy recovery..........rule 1 KEEP IT CLEAN and keep movement to a min if its around a joint area during healing....

mmadden28

10-23-2008, 11:34 AM

Enough of this torture talk already. I'm allergic to pain-even if its not mine-kinda like seeing a guy getting kicked in the nads--sympathy pain.:( :(

I need to take some pain killers.....:rolleyes:

ben62670

10-23-2008, 12:06 PM

.......had 3rd degree burns from calf to my toes.....hot roofing tar no less...helper hit a roof ledge and 1/2 a bucket onto me leg..doesnt matter what they give ya it still hurts like a mofo....

Damn dude! I'll stop whining:eek: Well maybe just a little more. These pills are making me nauseous.

cfrizz

10-23-2008, 12:08 PM

I hope you heal quickly Ben. Sending good thoughts your way.

mmadden28

10-23-2008, 12:23 PM

Damn dude! I'll stop whining:eek: Well maybe just a little more. These pills are making me nauseous.

I'll save you Ben, send them to me ;)

NotaSuv

10-23-2008, 05:03 PM

even better than gas and you can stand FAR away :)

ben62670

10-23-2008, 11:37 PM

Well everyone says pics or it didn't happen. I tried to get some with my phone. The best one didn't come through, but anyways...
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/2.jpg?t=1224819163
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/1.jpg?t=1224819245
While the nurse was cutting off the excess skin, and blisters I said with a smile "Well I guess I am going to be Freddy Crougar this Halloween:D"

Polk65

10-23-2008, 11:39 PM

ouch! Hope you have a speedy recovery.

Jeff Beaird

10-24-2008, 12:23 AM

Dude, that's NASTY..! Get well soon!

ben62670

10-24-2008, 01:05 AM

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/3.jpg?t=1224824298
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/4.jpg?t=1224824438
When the nurse was cutting the blisters off the puss was yellow, and had the consistency of flan pudding. Never seen puss like that before:confused:

george daniel

10-24-2008, 01:29 AM

Well I'm up for my midnight bathroom call,,,Ben,keep that arm clean! Looks like mostly first and second degree burns,,keep em clean,clean ,clean,did I make my point. Good night,and hope it gets better soon.;)

BIZILL

10-24-2008, 01:40 AM

dayuuum! that's a huge bitch! take care of yourself and don't try to do too much. give yourself time to heal properly.

mmadden28

10-24-2008, 01:43 AM

Holy (*^&&*(^ Sh8^78.
Dam-n-sit :eek: :eek:
Where's the vomit emoticon :(

SKsolutions

10-24-2008, 02:37 AM

You are going to need an eye-patch too if you don't put on some goggles on before you pop that thing :eek:

~Head-wound Harry :)

ben62670

10-24-2008, 04:22 AM

You are going to need an eye-patch too if you don't put on some goggles on before you pop that thing :eek:

~Head-wound Harry :)

No popping. Had to cut them off with scissors, and peel/trim the skin back a bit. I have to take my daughter to school at 7am. I can't take any meds till I get back:( All that freshly removed flesh is stinging a bit now. Somehow I have to get to PT to do a whirlpool thing, and have them scrape the rest of the loose skin off. I know that won't be fun. No ride, and I am going to need a little something for the pain. I hate not having family, or many friends near by. Well I am going to see if I can get a little rest before the alarm goes off.

danger boy

10-24-2008, 04:53 AM

Been there myself Ben. I don't have to tell you how painful it is.. it's freakin' the most painful thing a person can go through. :(

You've got a long road a head of you on the way to recovery. Do whatever your doctor's tell you to do.. as well as your physical therapist. My PT went on for a whole year.

best of luck Ben.

danger boy

10-24-2008, 05:00 AM

Thanks guys. I am taking Hydrocodone-apap 7.5, and it aint working:confused:

Morphine is the only thing that will take the pain down some. I was on morphine in the hospital for 15 days. I could give myself a hit of "morph" every 30 minutes.. right around when the clock hit 20 mins I was already punching the button for my next hit. My cocktail was morphine, hydrocodone and Tylenol 3 with codine. Talk about flying high ;)

ben62670

10-24-2008, 06:20 AM

Morphine is the only thing that will take the pain down some. I was on morphine in the hospital for 15 days. I could give myself a hit of "morph" every 30 minutes.. right around when the clock hit 20 mins I was already punching the button for my next hit. My cocktail was morphine, hydrocodone and Tylenol 3 with codine. Talk about flying high ;)

I had the button too when I broke my back and neck in five spots. I still don't know how long I was in the hospital:D

Face

10-24-2008, 09:52 AM

I was trying to resist eating breakfast before going to bed, now after seeing those pictures, mission accomplished! :D

Feel better!

SolidSqual

10-24-2008, 01:07 PM

Jeezus, that brings back great memories of my own childhood stupidity. Getting burned was the only time my Dad never told me to tough it out and walk it off. Ugh. Hang in there.

billbillw

10-24-2008, 01:35 PM

Dude, that's terrible. Hope you heal up quick. I had a similar burn from an accident with hot fryer oil back when I worked in the restaurants (almost 20 years ago). That sucked. Oxycodone helped me through it, but it just barely took the edge off.

BaggedLancer

10-24-2008, 01:38 PM

Yukkkkkk

ben62670

10-25-2008, 08:24 PM

Well went back in for a dressing change/checkup. It still looks good. No infection. The nurses like to take their time pulling the dressing off. I took over, and had them off asap. A big chunk of skin came off. I still have a bunch more to remove. Tuesday is the fun day where I get to soak my arm in a whirlpool, and after the soak I get the big scrub. Not really looking forward to it. I am leaking pretty bad as it is. The yellow pus, and now blood is going through my wrappings pretty bad. I was going to take a vid of me squeezing out the juice in the morning, but I think that is just a little too much. The original doctor that saw me first was there today, and she was surprised I hadn't used up all my pills yet. I got the lecture again today that I have to go to PT.

Edit: What should I do for scaring. I used to use vitamin-E for wounds, but this is pretty good sized.
Thanks
Ben

audiobliss

10-25-2008, 08:32 PM

Edit: What should I do for scaring.
Just show people your arm. No costume required. I think that'll scare people pretty good. :p :D

BIZILL

10-25-2008, 09:07 PM

check into glutamine. back when i used it to bulk up during weight lifting i read that it's original purpose was to help with burn victims when taken orally.

ben62670

10-25-2008, 09:13 PM

Thanks Bro. I don't mind some scars, but this is kinda nasty.

wingnut4772

10-25-2008, 09:17 PM

Ouch, Ben! Ditto on the Glutamine. Get well soon.

danger boy

10-25-2008, 09:27 PM

to minimize scars.. you may have to wear compression dressing once a lot more healing takes place.. what they look like are tan colored grandma stockings.. but fit very tight against your skin to keep the scars from being raised. I had to wear some for 6 month's

Ben, take your pills.. and I feel for you when it's bath and scrub time.. that isn't going to be any fun. :(

and yes get your ass to PT!! in my case I was lectured over and over about it too.. it's not that I didn't want to go. it's that the first days and weeks/month's after burns are the most critical.. not only because infection can set it.. but because to regain 100% use of your hand or arm you need to go to PT and not miss any sessions.

My injuries were so severe that I no longer knew how to use eating utensils. They/I had to teach my brain again how to use a fork and spoon and easy tasks like that we take for granted. I was able to get back 98% or my use/strength of my hands and arms, due to PT and the awesome nurses I had. If for no other reason, do it for your kids.

Good luck!

ben62670

10-25-2008, 10:59 PM

...Ben, take your pills.. and I feel for you when it's bath and scrub time.. that isn't going to be any fun. :(...

Good thing I don't bath much:eek: I am glad I have a sense of humor, and it will be tested in the next month or so. I don't have any sort of insurance so I know I will have to push myself at home to keep the functionality there. I try to flex my wrist and finger to keep mobility going. Taking a shower after a bad sunburn can suck so I can only imagine what you went through Al:( I am so glad it didn't get to 3rd degree. On a serious note please pray for me to have patience with the kids, or an other situations. I think its going to get worse before it gets better. I hope people have a little patience if I snap a little. I am pretty good about that, but I have already had one person here take a shot at me knowing what I was going through:confused:
I will stick around. Helping others helps you too.
Again thanks guys(and gals;))
Ben

schwarcw

10-25-2008, 11:29 PM

Take care of yourself Ben! I'm sorry to see your unfortunate injuries. Get well soon! Heal fast!

daboyz

10-25-2008, 11:31 PM

Damn, Ben!!! There isn't many pains as bad as burns. I had themon my face from an industrial accident and it hurt immensely. I thank God it was still fairly cool out because the breeze felt good.

SKsolutions

10-26-2008, 02:57 AM

I was trying to resist eating breakfast

Looks just like breakfast. . . got a couple of eggs there, and some well done bacon

http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/4.jpg?t=1224824438

Poee7R

10-26-2008, 11:24 AM

I went through something similiar when I was 12. Had 2nd degree burns from my elbows to my neck on both shoulders. Yeah a real bad sunburn lemme tell you. The doctors removed the skin (its been almost 20 years so I may not remember things exactly) with a metal pad that reminded me of a brillo pad. Sorry Im not trying to scare ya here. And to this day Ive never felt anything close. :(

BUT, there is a good side to the bridling. After it was done and washed and before they wrapped me up in lbs of gauze, they put a white cream on my arms/neck called Silver Sulfate (iirc) and holy **** it was like heaven. It really took all the pain away, until I bumped into something like an ass and I saw sparkles of pain in my vision. The only problem with the Silver cream was it got a bit pasty and dry about the time i had to change the bandaging, and that was a blast lemme tell ya. But as soon as it was all cleaned again and the cream applied it was great.

I didnt have much trouble with scarring, probably because of my age at the time, but there is definitely a difference in texture to the skin.

Sorry this happened to ya Ben and I wish ya a speedy recovery.

Dave

hearingimpared

10-26-2008, 02:59 PM

Alll I can say is WOW! Ben how do you spell head? B-O-N-E?

There are prayers going up for a speedy recovery.

ben62670

10-26-2008, 03:18 PM

It has been bugging me that many times I have started fires using the same method with no problems. Well I did everything the same, but the pile wasn't the same. This time there were a lot of leaves, and sticks that were kinda in layers. What happened is the fumes built up in the pile, and that caused it to explode instead of the usual poof/flame ball. My X was in her house with all the windows closed, and she heard it. Immediately she was outside asking if I was OK. Gas can be relatively safe for starting a fire outdoors, but if the fumes get trapped anywhere it does explode;) When I relight it I am going to use diesel, and toss a little torch instead just using a lighter.

McLoki

10-26-2008, 03:59 PM

With leaves and sticks - how about you just stick with a match and skip the bonus flammable stuff??? I may still need you to look at my amp sometime and would like you to be around to do it....

Get well soon,

Michael

ben62670

10-26-2008, 04:39 PM

The leaves, and sticks were in the burn pile as some of the stuff to get rid of. With a match I would have still been burned. At least with the lighter I was close to the ground. If I was standing it would have been real bad! I won't be doing any amps soon. I had to pick up my laser printer. It hurts just to have my hand not elevated, and the printer was on the floor. I thought I was going to pass out picking it up. I can't believe that 4 days later I am still getting new blisters.

beardog03

10-26-2008, 05:08 PM

Sorry to hear about your pain, bro....
Next time you want to know how to do pyro tech`s , just drop me a line !!!!

Take your meds, keep em kleen, and do your eff`n PT, and when ya get better I will show ya how to vaporize dem leaves !!

I`ve said too much...

peace out !!

bikezappa

10-26-2008, 05:26 PM

What do you mean you don't have an infection?

Pus is indicative of an infection, isn't it?

ben62670

10-26-2008, 05:36 PM

The stuff that is weeping out is just the body self cleaning. I guess the clear/yellow stuff is OK. If it was green, or white I would be having issues. The doctor saw it yesterday, and she said it looked nasty, but not infected. My body temp is good. They will see it again Tuesday.

bikezappa

10-26-2008, 06:04 PM

Good to hear. Clear/yellow stuff isn't pus

joeparaski

10-26-2008, 06:25 PM

mrbigbluelight

10-26-2008, 06:40 PM

Holy crap....they want over $600 for that safety video!!

Joe

Yes, but all safety videos are expensive, even the ones with the "Gee, Bill, I'm not sure if you should stick your d**k into that electrical panel while you're standing in water !" advice.
This one is good. And on DVD, you spread the costs over 10/20/? years and it is pretty cheap.

And, Ben, be sure to listen to those who are advising you to go to PT.

It's like the commercial for Aamco Transmissions (or is it Cottman ?):
"You can pay me now, or you can pay me later".

One way or another, you will have to do PT. Do it now, do it religiously, and get 'er done !

It sounds like you have a good grip on things, try to keep your positive attitude, and it'll all be good.

Good luck !!

:)

lightman1

10-26-2008, 06:53 PM

Dumbass!:D

ben62670

10-26-2008, 09:55 PM

Dumbass!:D

I was waiting for that:)

Infection wise I think it is doing pretty good. I lost more skin when cleaning it. It was pretty bloody so I didn't take a pic, and I was in a hurry to get it wrapped again. My wrist is hurting pretty deep, my elbow, and my finger too. I am real nervous about it getting infected.
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/DSCN1271.jpg?t=1225072058

SolidSqual

10-27-2008, 12:15 AM

I hope I don't find pieces of you dried on my cables . . .

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 01:04 AM

I hope I don't find pieces of you dried on my cables . . .

duuude! i so was gonna say the same thing yesterday. lol. puss adds capacitance doesn't it??? i'll give your cables a bad review, man...don't eff with me. truth is, i refrained from saying this earlier just in case he decides, as one would with tea-bagging, to spite my cables. but i am sure he already has mine all packaged up and ready for shipping. so i feel i'm safe now.:D

ben62670

10-27-2008, 01:14 AM

Don't worry the pus dries clear, and has the dialectic constraint of seaman. I thought flesh wrapped cables would make things more personable:confused:

Joe08867

10-27-2008, 10:35 AM

Ouch, That'll Learn Ya!!

I have lost the hair on my arm doing something similar but luckily never burned.

Hope it heals up well. Keep it moist and the scarring will be minimized.

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 01:38 PM

yo ben. did you ask the doc if glutamine would be of any aid???

ben62670

10-27-2008, 03:29 PM

I see the Physical Terrorists in the morning. I'll ask them. Not looking forward to this one. Soak my arm in a whirlpool so the skin softens, and start scrubbing/peeling away. It's a gonna put a hurtin on me. I'm a little concerned. My elbow is starting to swell, and a couple joints in my fingers.

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 03:55 PM

get doped up and have fun....

ben62670

10-27-2008, 04:07 PM

The nurse kinda under her breath said in a southern voice "honey take another piel before ya go"

zingo

10-27-2008, 04:09 PM

My prayers are with you Ben. That doesn't sound fun, but will be worth it in the long run.

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 04:09 PM

pills 'n southern comfort. just have someone else drive you this time.;)

ben62670

10-27-2008, 04:21 PM

Well they just called, and won't see me because I don't have insurance, or enough money to put down on a payment plan. Too bad I'm not an illegal alien. I'm a little more than a little pissed right now.

danger boy

10-27-2008, 04:26 PM

Ben,

you gotta do something.. they can't just leave you hanging like that. you may have to make some calls or something.. but burns are so important that you keep making forward progress in both the healing and the PT part.

I feel for you man.

nadams

10-27-2008, 04:58 PM

Man... that blows. I'd offer to marry you quick so you can jump on my insurance... but it's a bit of a drive for the nuptuals.

Seriously, this is a life-threatening issue, so they should have to treat you, right? Or is it just the PT that you can't get? You could do it yourself, but not knowing how much to take off, I don't think I'd recommend it.

ben62670

10-27-2008, 06:09 PM

Well I was a little stressed out. I went and laid down for a few. I can still go back for a dressing change. Hopefully the doctor that saw me is there. She was real cool. She refilled my script without signing me back in. That saved me a whole extra ER billing. I will see what she says. She knows about my other medical conditions that prevent me from working so maybe she can help me out here. I am just so fed up with America's medical/SSI system. They wait till you are in critical condition before they help you out. You guys that are here know how often I am logged on, and it's not because I choose not to sleep I just can't.

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 07:17 PM

i found that chunk behind you on the floor.

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e139/bizill75/DSCN1271.jpg

ben62670

10-27-2008, 07:19 PM

Thanks Bro I needed the laugh. Well I gotta go help my daughter with her homework.
Ben

Face

10-27-2008, 07:20 PM

Go throw a brink through a storefront, you'll get free medical care for your stay.

BIZILL

10-27-2008, 07:22 PM

Thanks Bro I needed the laugh. Well I gotta go help my daughter with her homework.
Ben

just trying to keep you smiling. too much reality at any given moment isn't always good.

Beekyman

10-27-2008, 08:18 PM

Your guardian angel was obviously working overtime! I highly recommend getting as much care as possible for that burn. I had a similar burn about 15 years ago (Hot Bacon Grease) and I was treated with SILVADENE creme and daily bandage changes. They gave me some pills for pain management (Tylenol 3 perhaps?) and even after I thought I had healed up I found that I was very sensitive to sunlight and heat in the scarred area. I was lucky!
I hope your recovery goes well and that you find some relief from the pain.

In the future give one of these gadgets a try... http://www.flameengineering.com/Weed_Dragon.html
I use these all the time with great and safe results.

Take care and get well soon!

Face

10-27-2008, 08:27 PM

Just a heads up on the SILVADENE, it can delay healing.

danger boy

10-27-2008, 08:35 PM

The cooling effect of the Silvadene is incredible. I would not have been able to withstand the pain had it not been for the Silvadene.

SolidSqual

10-27-2008, 08:38 PM

Awwww I think that's what my doctor gave me when I was a kid. Silvadene works wonders!!! . . . so does a Mom willingly to mix warm milk and honey with some hydrocodone and brandy:) Gotta love medicine by Mom. That was the first time I got drunk and did prescription meds. I think I read somewhere that good parents drink with their kids.

ben62670

10-27-2008, 08:47 PM

...even after I thought I had healed up I found that I was very sensitive to sunlight and heat in the scarred area. I was lucky!

I have been burned in small areas pretty good. I am going to be Mr Pasty white next summer. I am glad it's not the arm that gets hit by sunlight while driving. I imagine the sensation of stuff just brushing the scar is going to feel different.

Silvadene
I have heard that many times, but it doesn't really have that much of an effect on me. A friend helped me out with all the dressings I am going to need. My X just volunteered to scrub the loose skin off. I don't know how to take that. Is she being nice, or is it for her own pleasure:confused:

NotaSuv

10-27-2008, 08:51 PM

The cooling effect of the Silvadene is incredible. I would not have been able to withstand the pain had it not been for the Silvadene.

A big 2X that

it was the only thing that made it able for me to deal with the constant pain...pills only took the edge off.....but I so looked forward to slathering on the Silvadene......

ben62670

10-27-2008, 10:16 PM

Well she helped me out again tonight. I removed about 2 sq inches of skin again. The skin below the dead stuff cracked pretty deep. I flexed my wrist, and finger to loosen things up a bit. If lose any more layers I don't know if I will be able to keep doing it myself. I'm going to google the procedure to remove skin, and make saline solution. I can't think of the name of the procedure. Still a little woozy from cleaning it.

danger boy

10-27-2008, 10:48 PM

I removed about 2 sq inches of skin again. I can't think of the name of the procedure. Still a little woozy from cleaning it.

Debriding

ben62670

10-27-2008, 11:17 PM

Debriding

Thanks Al. I will be a doctor in no time. I can't spell, and my hand writing is awful so I figure I am halfway there;)
Ben

SKsolutions

10-27-2008, 11:18 PM

Cooked a section of my foot, while flaming off a wine sauce, and used silver sulfadiazine, aka Silvadene.
It went from a crispy black to pink in a few days. Amazing stuff. By black, I mean. . . like really black, burnt toast black.
It also prevents infection, but as mentioned may delay healing. It's pricey, but I'm sure someone in your area, or here, may have some handy. Good luck man.

ben62670

10-27-2008, 11:34 PM

... It's pricey, but I'm sure someone in your area, or here, may have some handy. Good luck man.

A Polkie here in the "field" has hooked me up with all the dressings I need. I would like to give him credit, but I don't know if he would want me to do that. He is not a doctor... You know when I try to explain what the Polk family is like to "normal people" they just don't understand what we have going here. We have people that pray, truly care, and watch out for each other. I have met a lot of great people here.
There isn't one Polkie that I would not invite into my home with smiles on. Even the ones I argue with. We lost our drunk uncle, but I think that was for the best. You guys mean a lot to me. Another Polkie offered to take time off work to get me to appointments seeing I can't drive on my meds. The moral support via PM's, and phone calls... I could go on. I am still bummed I messed PF08. I really wanted to meet you all, and really wanted to thank Ken, MP, and Stu in person.
Ben

ben62670

10-28-2008, 12:20 AM

Mechanical Debridement
Methods include whirlpool baths, use of syringe and catheter, or wet to dry dressings to remove dead or infected tissue. The wet to dry procedure involves applying a wet dressing to the wound. As this dressing dries, it absorbs wound material. When the dressing is remoistened and removed, some of the tissue comes with it.
Mechanical debridement and chemical debridement often produce pain. Pain medication can be given before changing the dressing to help relieve the discomfort.

I am having a hard time finding a definitive DIY saline solution:(

ben62670

10-28-2008, 12:55 AM

Hey guys I was sent a PM about my play by play thread here. I just want to be clear of my reason for this....
Here is most of my reply

The reason for play by play is I never had a burn like this, and I have no insurance. I have gotten some good advice via PM, and phone calls. There are more than a few that have helped via phone, email, and PM. I am not looking for handouts here if that is what you are thinking. Maybe its the meds, or the pain, but I am scared about this getting infected, or permanently affected. I have had way too many injuries, and this is my master hand I am concerned about so I will continue with asking advice on this till it actually starts healing.
I hope I don't sound too pathetic here, but without insurance this does actually does scare me. The pain is nothing compared to worrying about how this is going to turn out. IDK if the doctors I have spoken to are exaggerating about taking care of this, but again at the risk of sounding pathetic I would rather take a hit to my ego than not get the help I have received so far.
If I should shut up, and sound paranoid please let me know
Thanks
Ben

SolidSqual

10-28-2008, 01:13 AM

ben62670

10-28-2008, 01:33 AM

...A person like that is a basic a doosh bag and not worth a follow-up comment like this.

Actually that person that sent me that is a friend(I thought). Kinda threw me for a loop. I have been through a boat load of crap in the last three years. It seems like one thing after another. I know this world test you, but that just threw me off. I have been sitting here for about 20 minutes trying to type what I felt, but screw it.

mrbigbluelight

10-28-2008, 03:46 AM

Nothing wrong with your thread; in fact, your posting of the things you're having to go through might just prevent someone else from being in the same position.

It's not like you're advising people to put capacitors in series with their tweeters.
:rolleyes:

I'm hoping for a speedy recovery so that we can get back to more chicken pictures.

:)

ben62670

10-28-2008, 03:53 AM

Nothing wrong with your thread; in fact, your posting of the things you're having to go through might just prevent someone else from being in the same position.
:)
Thanks bro. It's not critical, but sure does suck.
Ben

TroyD

10-28-2008, 06:09 AM

Hey guys I was sent a PM about my play by play thread here. I just want to be clear of my reason for this....
Here is most of my reply

I hope I don't sound too pathetic here, but without insurance this does actually does scare me. The pain is nothing compared to worrying about how this is going to turn out. IDK if the doctors I have spoken to are exaggerating about taking care of this, but again at the risk of sounding pathetic I would rather take a hit to my ego than not get the help I have received so far.
If I should shut up, and sound paranoid please let me know
Thanks
Ben

Me personally, while I don't mind the thread (and no, it wasn't me that sent the PM)....I think that there is such a thing as TMI. I, personally, could do without the graphic photos, but that's just me.

As for the medical advice, man, I'd stick with the doctors and nurses.

Like I said, I hope you feel better, Ben. We are all pulling for you....but, in terms of medical advice, I think that listening to the professionals is probably the wisest course of action, you know?

As for the rest of it, perhaps the individual that sent you the PM DOES care about you. I know that in my line of work I see a lot of people that work for me, good people, who always seem to be in a world of ****. Well, generally it's because they are reaping the effects of a string of bad decisions. In which case, I sit them down and I lay out for them the cause and effect relationship of poor decision making.

It's not that the person doesn't care at all. Same with me, I care about you but I would honestly say that most of your tribulations, you had (at some point) control over. Remember when you FIRST came on the forum, the whole debacle about the TV that CC sold out from under you? The whole point was that if you didn't have the fundage to close escrow, and you were having money issues, perhaps a new plasma TV wasn't what you needed. Same thing here, I feel badly about your burn, however, if that were one of my Airmen? I would have eaten his ass out royally for doing such a stupid thing. Not only did he hurt himself, which is bad enough, but he would be screwing over the rest of the team because while he would be laid up, everyone else would be picking up the slack. In some cases, the best thing you can do for someone is boot them in the ass, which is what I think is happening here.

I really hope that you take this in a constructive manner, really, I do. If I didn't care, I wouldn't bring it up at all.

BDT

Fireman32

10-28-2008, 06:15 AM

Dont worry about the thread man it's fine. We are all pulling for you to get better.

TroyD

10-28-2008, 08:04 AM

The most important thing is that you heal and press on, broham....

BDT

NotaSuv

10-28-2008, 08:14 AM

Is there any type of public aid availible there? Especially for such a serious burn....nice to have a friend in the ER who understands your situation.....still amazin we can even take care of our own yet take care of our own folks....yet take care of those who work illegally and pay no taxes......prayers sent for a quick painless heal...............

mmadden28

10-28-2008, 08:22 AM

Dont worry about the thread man it's fine. We are all pulling for you to get better.

^^^^

Ditto

mmadden28

10-28-2008, 08:24 AM

....silver sulfadiazine, aka Silvadene....

oohooho oohh ooh I know....
'Ben's Silvadene Cables'....
;) :D

NotaSuv

10-28-2008, 08:26 AM

oohooho oohh ooh I know....
'Ben's Silvadene Cables'....
;) :D

nice ring to it :)

mmadden28

10-28-2008, 08:30 AM

I am having a hard time finding a definitive DIY saline solution:(

Not sure if its the same makeup as what they'd use in EMS/healthcare-but what about the stuff sold at the pharmacy-Contact solution (without all the fancy additives). Ask the local pharmacist.

I guess you need more than that though huh?
How about this? http://www.instructables.com/id/SUXIVRLF8RP7Z0S/
or
http://www.neti-pot.com/sinucleanse-neti-pots.cfm
:confused:

ben62670

10-28-2008, 03:08 PM

Thanks Troy. Point taken on the pics. A link would be more appropriate seeing this is a public audio forum. They won't see me at PT due to no insurance so I was kinda hoping to get a little guidance on the Debriding. I am going to have to do this myself. As for the PM there was nothing said mean spirited. I was just a little sensitive at that time going through another pain wave. It was just bad timing, and I apologize. There was no need to mention that I even received a PM. I could have should have just explained my medical updates here. I wish we could edit.
Ben

Edit: I need to learn to sit down, shut up, and go listen to some tunes when I am irritated, and not post:o

Beekyman

10-28-2008, 09:11 PM

I hope your feeling better but I also hope that you have reconsidered getting professional medical attention for that burn. I really don't think that it is wise to DIY this issue.
Here is a small excerpt from www.burninstitute.org

Burns covering more body surface area than an arm of the victim, or if burns are on the face, hands, neck, perineum or feet are considered MAJOR and should be cared for in a special Burn Unit or Center.

I'm no doctor but I do think that your injuries qualify for professional medical attention. Large burn areas leave you wide open for scarring and infection. I hope you reconsider and get the medical attention you need and deserve, costs be damned. I'm sure that a payment schedule can be arranged in some way, gear can be sold, etc.....

If you don't have your health, you don't have anything. Take care and get well soon! :)

ben62670

10-28-2008, 09:30 PM

Beekyman

10-28-2008, 09:43 PM

Payment can't be deferred? Damn! :( I've had treatment for various ailments and gotten billed after the fact. Wish I could be of further help but there has got to be some sort of program for folks in your predicament.
Just take care of yourself. I would hate to see this become worse (and more expensive).
Best wishes and get well soon. :)

danger boy

10-29-2008, 01:49 AM

Unless anyone has suffered serious burns like Ben's and others (mine), no one has any ground to stand on to even know what he's going through.

Your body is going through so much trying to heal itself right now.. and i kid you not.. burns are a lifelong situation. Yes the pain goes away, but the scars never do.

Ben made a dumb mistake, but so have we all. It's easy to sit back and judge someone after the fact. Everyone's situation is different of course. Beating him up isn't going to accomplish anything. He needs medical care, not a lecture.

He is going to need support the whole way through this tough journey. I don't care for the pictures either.. because it reminds me of my own burns. In my case it was not because I was being a dumbass either.

Ben check out this link for a group called the Phoenix Society for burns. Please get a hold of them.

http://www.phoenix-society.org/

You should not have to try and take care of your own medical attention. Burns are tough to treat, infection is the biggest factor right now.. but soon other things come into play.

ben62670

10-29-2008, 02:39 AM

Thanks Al. I sent them an email. Again the pics were in poor taste, and should have had a link with a warning, but we can't edit here. Burns like this, or worse are like a back injury. Until you experience it you just don't understand. I don't feel like anyone was beating me up. It's just a lack of understanding. I don't mean that last comment in a negative way at all. My Dad had a bad back injury, and sometimes he would lay on the floor immobilized, and I did not understand why my tough guy dad was laying there like a girl scout. Not till after I broke my back, and neck did I have any sympathy, or understanding what he was going through:o I don't take this experience is such a bad thing. I am thankful that it was bad enough to wake me up, but not be a severe permanently disability. I know, and many that know me on a personal level know I have a calling, and I know it too. I have devoted way to much of my time to my selfish audio pursuits. If I devoted half the time I spend on audio to helping people that really need help I could make a difference in peoples lives. The blessings you get from putting other people first far outweigh the gratification of doing for yourself. I need to get my priorities right.
Again thanks Al
Ben

pjtime

10-29-2008, 02:07 PM

ben62670

10-29-2008, 02:12 PM

Well I did it. It came out pretty good too. I wet gauze pads with some homemade saline solution, and let them sit on the wound to soften things up a bit. After that I just scrubbed the old skin with a gauze pad. It wasn't fun, but it wasn't that bad. If I don't get infected I will be golden:)
Thanks guys
Ben

Warning the links below contain graphic pictures that should not be viewed by humans.
before
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/DSCN1271.jpg?t=1225303348
after
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/DSCN1279.jpg?t=1225303829
The only thing that looks nasty/weird is where the back of my hand meets my fingers

ben62670

10-29-2008, 02:16 PM

I barely ever post but I notice Ben is always one of the first people to post with helpful advice and always putting himself out there when others are in need. Wish I could help you out ben if you think of anything pm.

Thanks for the kind words. I am actually feeling pretty good now that I have removed the dead skin. You know it's real weird, but my hand, and arm actually feel much better now:confused:
Thanks again.
Ben

bikezappa

10-29-2008, 02:22 PM

I agree Ben, like many others, has always been very early to help people with technical advise.

SolidSqual

10-29-2008, 02:36 PM

Thanks for the kind words. I am actually feeling pretty good now that I have removed the dead skin. You know it's real weird, but my hand, and arm actually feel much better now:confused:
Thanks again.
Ben

Adrenaline from shock?

ben62670

10-29-2008, 03:21 PM

Adrenaline from shock?

Nope. A couple times I felt a little light headed. I think maybe the tight dead skin was putting extra stress where it was creasing when ever I tried to twist, or flex. I feel like braiding again:) I'll have to do a little at a time, but at least I can get back on it:) I owe 2 Polkies some cables, and they have been very patient, and kind through this setback.

Joe08867

10-29-2008, 03:31 PM

I looks alot better Ben. Prayers that infection stays away.

I had first and second degree burns on my arm when I was real young. I still remember how much it hurt when they scrubbed the dead skin off. It does feel better after all the dead is off. I think the tension from the dead skin causes extra stress on the damaged areas.

Hope it works out.

Fireman32

10-29-2008, 07:46 PM

Wow Ben that looks much better. If you need anything shoot me a PM bro.

mmadden28

10-29-2008, 08:18 PM

A thousand times better. Awesome!

SolidSqual

10-29-2008, 08:30 PM

I owe 2 Polkies some cables, and they have been very patient, and kind through this setback.

I'm sure they're just staying quiet long enough to make sure you're far enough off the drugs to braid the cables properly.

ben62670

10-29-2008, 08:32 PM

The power of Prayer. I have at least 100 People praying for my burn. I would appreciate continued prayer against infection.
Thanks guy.

I'm sure they're just staying quiet long enough to make sure you're far enough off the drugs to braid the cables properly.

Was that 9 pairs of 7.6 inch Male XLR to 1/8" mini:D

SolidSqual

10-29-2008, 08:38 PM

The power of Prayer. I have at least 100 People praying for my burn. I would appreciate continued prayer against infection.
Thanks guy.

Was that 9 pairs of 7.6 inch Male XLR to 1/8" mini:D

Hold on let me get back to you . . . I'm on the phone with Visa, got some bad charges on my credit card. :)

ben62670

11-01-2008, 02:17 AM

Well i have got to say this healing is evidence of God's work. I am doing so much better. I had my bandages off since 10pm last night to 7pm tonight. It looks like a sunburn gone wrong. Thanks for your prayers. They worked
Ben
Edit: I'll post a pic link later:)

shadowofnight

11-01-2008, 03:03 AM

I would have never guessed it would look that good so soon...you are right, it almost just looks like sunburn gone wrong or maybe even a good dose of roadrash. :D

ben62670

11-13-2008, 06:52 PM

Well this one is fit for viewing:) 22 days later:) Thanks for the prayers guys.
Ben
http://i254.photobucket.com/albums/hh83/ben62670/DSCN1293.jpg

Nasty pics are on pages 2 and 3. If you have a week stomach please don't view;)

hearingimpared

11-13-2008, 06:59 PM

Wow that healed up nicely.

Conradicles

11-13-2008, 07:04 PM

Thank the Lord for healed wounds!

audiobliss

11-13-2008, 07:38 PM

Wow, that is great, Ben!! So glad to see that it looks like everything's going so well!

God is good!!

mmadden28

11-13-2008, 08:20 PM

Very nice. :):):):)
How's the pain? Mobility?

ben62670

11-13-2008, 08:26 PM

Very nice. :):):):)
How's the pain? Mobility?

The skin is nice and flexible. I lacerated five tendons on the back of my wrist so I didn't have real good mobility before. The skin is still very thin, and a little scratch turns into bleeding. I can take a nice hot shower, and do the dishes:)

fossy

11-13-2008, 08:45 PM

wow -- that looks heck of a lot better -- good work on the recovery

Early B.

11-13-2008, 08:59 PM

Impressive, especially since you acted as your own doctor, nurse, and physical therapist. Who needs an HMO? Try BenMO.

ben62670

11-13-2008, 09:07 PM

Impressive, especially since you acted as your own doctor, nurse, and physical therapist. Who needs an HMO? Try BenMO.

Google is good. I learned the procedures on there, and I had a friend teach me how to make some bathtub Saline solution:) We still on for Saturday? I tried to get a hold of you on both numbers?

Fireman32

11-13-2008, 09:31 PM

Ben that looks great bro. Im so happy to see you healing so well.

McLoki

11-13-2008, 11:36 PM

Congrats..... Glad everything is healing well.

So, how is the rest of the family taking it? Kids ok?

ben62670

11-13-2008, 11:42 PM

Congrats..... Glad everything is healing well.

So, how is the rest of the family taking it? Kids ok?

The little on as you know is autistic. I would wake up to her picking at it:D Ashley is 5 and she was very sweet. I never let her see it when it was at its worst. For real I will be near 100% in a month or two. It is amazing what the body can do. It does turn purple when it is cold out, but other than that I have no complaints. Next time I will be a little more cautious. Diesel, or kero, and I'll toss a torch instead of a trail of fuel;)

zingo

11-13-2008, 11:51 PM

Your arm's looking WAY better. I refreshed my memory from the previous pages and, you look better...http://www.pushupstairs.com/images/emoticon/extra2/puke.gif

Keep getting better.

ben62670

11-13-2008, 11:53 PM

LOL thanks Bro:)

danger boy

11-14-2008, 01:17 AM

WTG Ben! you are healing nicely. Keep up the good work. :)

engtaz

11-14-2008, 03:41 AM

Good to see it healed really nice.

engtaz

Joe08867

11-14-2008, 09:28 AM

Wow, that looks a million times better. Good job with keeping it clean.

Glad to see it is healing so well.

lightman1

11-16-2008, 03:35 PM

:D...still a dumbass.....:D

ben62670

11-16-2008, 04:14 PM

Yes sir I am:)

Face

11-16-2008, 08:44 PM

That can't be the same arm, let's see the other one! :D

treitz3

11-16-2008, 08:49 PM

Damn Ben, that looks fantastic dude! Behold the power of prayer folks.

ben62670

11-16-2008, 09:16 PM

It's the real deal, and treitz3 hit the nail on the head;) A lot of people knew my situation with no insurance, and knew how bad it could have been.
I can't thank you guys, and God enough:)
Ben

george daniel

11-16-2008, 09:59 PM

Glad that your arm made it. ;)

ben62670

11-05-2009, 05:49 PM

Well I am having another health issue. Please send payers. I may be out of touch for a few.
Ben

Polkersince85

11-05-2009, 05:58 PM

Hang in there.

bsoko2

11-05-2009, 06:05 PM

Sorry Ben. I know how health issues can pile up on a person. My wife of 42 years has more health problems then anyone I have ever heard of. Her Dr says that he will give her what ever drugs she wants, just as long as she is comfortable. And the clock ticks on!

Bill

Fireman32

11-05-2009, 06:59 PM

Good luck Bro let me know if you need anything

Jed Leland

11-05-2009, 07:08 PM

Take care, Ben! Get well quickly.

george daniel

11-05-2009, 07:29 PM

What happened?

tx_polkhead

11-05-2009, 09:42 PM

wow that last picture looks great, hope this last health issue resolves as well as your arm. Take care and let us know how you are doing.

NJPOLKER

11-05-2009, 09:50 PM

Ben
I wish you the best always. What the hell happened? I don't want to make light of this but maybe you have been choking the chicken too much.

BIZILL

11-05-2009, 11:16 PM

damn it ben. again? what's going on man?

wishin' you a speedy recovery!

McLoki

11-06-2009, 04:54 AM

Good luck Ben and hang in there.... If you want to talk, you have my number.

Michael

engtaz

11-06-2009, 04:54 AM

Prayer sent Ben for you and yours.

danger boy

11-06-2009, 05:08 AM

best of luck. get better soon.

Knucklehead

11-06-2009, 06:24 AM

Cant believe i didnt see this before....Thoughts and prayers from my family to yours. You have a lot of people behind you!

george daniel

11-06-2009, 07:44 AM

Jerry called me a few minutes ago,,Ben is evidently hospitalized but doing well,,I'm sure we will hear from him more when he gets the opportunity.

fossy

11-06-2009, 08:24 AM

Get better Ben.

Pauly

11-06-2009, 08:28 AM

Good vibes your way

Pauly

NotaSuv

11-06-2009, 08:29 AM

Prayers and wishes for a speedy recovery sent your way

Dawgfish

11-06-2009, 08:31 AM

Ben,

Get well soon man! I'll be praying for you.

dee1949

11-06-2009, 04:54 PM

...Ciao Ben
....Positive thoughts your way. You have to take better care of yourself.....too young to have all these problems.

..from Your debating bud and Raccoon lover. Get well soon.

steveinaz

11-06-2009, 04:56 PM

Thoughts and prayers dude.

engtaz

11-06-2009, 06:06 PM

Prayers sent.

SKsolutions

11-06-2009, 09:43 PM

I'd send prayers, but given your luck, gauze and antiseptic may be more practical. :)
Hope you heal up soon.

vonnie123

11-09-2009, 12:07 AM

Hang in there Ben....

agfrost

11-09-2009, 12:19 AM

Be well, Ben.

Jay

ben62670

11-13-2009, 12:32 PM

Well I just got home today. First thing I see is a note on the door "court warning". Well I guess I must pissed one of my neighbors off. The note complained about the grass being too tall, trash and litter, and a junk vehicle. A the grass isn't tall except for those few single hay style pieces that grow faster than the others. B The "litter" I guess would be the box that my radiator came in, and the piece of cardboard I used to lay on the driveway with. C the junk vehicle is my only car, and yes it is on stands. I had to tear the whole top end off the engine, and have the heads decked. I had them also do the valve seats, and cut the valves while they were at it.
It certainly didn't help with the chest pains I have been having. I wanted to bring my 68 Bronco down to restore, but after these friggen jack asses I don't know if I should.
Well my heart is decent, but I have "cancer markers" in my blood, and my platelet count is low.

zombie boy 2000

11-13-2009, 01:00 PM

I see ya calling Ben... it's just easier to post at work than jibber jabber on the cellular. Glad to have ya back in heavy rotation.

ben62670

11-13-2009, 01:08 PM

Call me later bitch!

zombie boy 2000

11-13-2009, 01:10 PM

I shall. Bitch.

beardog03

11-13-2009, 01:10 PM

damn...
I thought I had it rough at times

I still owe ya a call myself !

be well my brada

Jstas

11-13-2009, 01:23 PM

WTF Ben?

Are they saying you actually have cancer and they can't find it or that you have warning signs?

What the hell were you in the hospital for anyway?

ben62670

11-13-2009, 01:49 PM

beardog03

11-13-2009, 01:55 PM

put on some mellow tunes and relax bro

Ricardo

11-13-2009, 01:59 PM

Ben, sorry to hear you are having health issues. Hope you get rid of them quickly!!

ben62670

11-13-2009, 02:04 PM

Good tunes help for sure. No family but my little girls here makes it tough.

beardog03

11-13-2009, 03:04 PM

Hang tough bro....

thanks to ya`ll here on the forum for helping me through some tough times

I still have a ways to go, but you seem to be having an "extended stay"
Hope it gets better for ya soon

My Son is in N. Carolina....I wish he was closer so I could see him and the Grandkids

bsoko2

11-13-2009, 03:13 PM

I was in the hospital for chest pain. They couldn't find much but PVC's. With the anxiety problems they tried different meds on me. I hate that. With my Hep-C, and issues they decided that a nut house was in order. With the trip to the nut house they tried some meds, and I felt better, but since I got home I have been having issues with anxiety. and chest pain. Maybe I should have stayed there.

Ben, you need to go back if things don't get better. I've been through 12 years of counseling due to PTS with childhood and Nam. I know it is hard to do, but you need to do it. If you don't want to get the best help for you, do it for the girls. Please do it, get more help!

Bill