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Slow Recovery and Employer Support Amid Health Challenges

This topic is about someone experiencing a slow recovery and increasing pain while dealing with a stoma prolapse, all while waiting for surgery. The person is facing a challenging time with multiple health issues and is seeking advice and support. Here are some helpful insights and advice for managing such a situation:

1. If your pain is getting worse or is not being controlled by your current medications, it's important to seek immediate medical attention. Your current treatment plan might need to be adjusted.

2. For those with ileostomies, it's important to remind your doctors that oral slow-release medications might not be effective because they can pass through your system too quickly. Ask for instant-release formulations or other ways to take your medication.

3. If oral medications aren't working due to fast intestinal transit, consider asking about pain control through injections.

4. You might want to inquire about hydromorphone, a morphine derivative, for stronger pain relief. It has been effective for others in similar situations. It's important to maintain regular dosing rather than trying to endure the pain.

5. Severe pain after surgery should not be ignored. Make sure to get input from a specialist in pain management, such as an acute pain nurse or anesthetist, to avoid waking up in severe pain after procedures.

6. While modern pain medications are crucial, they need to be carefully chosen and monitored to ensure they are effective and to minimize side effects.
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