tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post6842002901807587754..comments2023-07-27T05:12:38.533-07:00Comments on mom is a verb: Ranting and RavingUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-64094036983132126342009-02-12T07:46:00.000-08:002009-02-12T07:46:00.000-08:00Joyce, I did rather think the DUH was part of your...Joyce, <BR/>I did rather think the DUH was part of your writing, but given the rude remarks the tech had made, I wasn't 100% sure.<BR/><BR/>Your are right about not wanting to explain condoms to my daughter.<BR/><BR/>I hope that the rest of the week improves. Sorry to have been ranting from my soap box.JAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-17202605325905504652009-02-12T04:41:00.000-08:002009-02-12T04:41:00.000-08:00Thanks everyone for the comments---And Jamie, I mu...Thanks everyone for the comments---<BR/><BR/>And Jamie, I must be honest. The "duh" was what I inferred from her tone. When she said she had to cover it with SOMETHING, I felt like she was either calling me an idiot, or tired of my questions. But, I used to work for an orthodontist, and we NEVER used condoms to cover equipment. And knowing how whoever designed the machine did not plan on condoms to be the design, it just did not make sense unless they were cutting costs and when it comes to sticking something up where the sun don't shine...not a good place to cut costs, in my opinion.<BR/><BR/>I am actually sore today. I don't remember that from a vaginal sonogram done years and years ago even on a full bladder. <BR/><BR/>And can you imagine taking your daughter for a gynological exam and having to explain a condom? Maybe kids today all know what they are, but I did not see one until after we were married. But, then I was raised pretty protected, and naive.joycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11456465195258073699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-42508964021764605712009-02-11T21:42:00.000-08:002009-02-11T21:42:00.000-08:00That is very good information. I think I remember...That is very good information. I think I remember them putting that gel on the transducer before the condom/cover thing. I guess I better pay more attention if there is a next time.JAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-23710963157849571072009-02-11T21:11:00.000-08:002009-02-11T21:11:00.000-08:00I am so sorry you were treated so poorly. It is i...I am so sorry you were treated so poorly. It is inexcusable. Please do inform your doctor of her rudeness and unprofessional manner. <BR/><BR/>I despise those v-sono's. They do them in early pregnancy. Now, for the life of me I can't recall any kind of cover on that wand, but I know it certainly wasn't a condom.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14523968150640979701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-16210402647865161162009-02-11T20:33:00.000-08:002009-02-11T20:33:00.000-08:00I found a website on the sonogram machines and how...I found a website on the sonogram machines and how important it is to use a tranducer cover because any bubbles caught between the cover and wand will cause distortions. And that condom was very loose. I have copied out one of the sites and will take it with me on Friday. Other websites on the tranducer covers talk about how important it is to have a snug fit because of the blood born diseases and cross contamination.joycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11456465195258073699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-17657885376274329732009-02-11T19:24:00.000-08:002009-02-11T19:24:00.000-08:00Oh, one more thing. As for doubting yourself, or...Oh, one more thing. As for doubting yourself, or wondering if it is hormonal: It is NOT hormonal. You are being treated like a 2nd class citizen. You don't deserve that!JAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-22047144742419215642009-02-11T19:16:00.000-08:002009-02-11T19:16:00.000-08:00Joyce,First, what you described about how the staf...Joyce,<BR/><BR/>First, what you described about how the staff talked to you is a lack of simple, common, courtesy. Your age, the color or your hair, or even your weight should NEVER EVER affect the way you are treated or spoken too. There is NO excuse for rudeness. <BR/><BR/>Now, as for the condom on the vaginal ultrasound. First, I do understand your concern. I have had that procedure done, so I know what you are referring too. It is common practice nowadays in early pregnancy - usually at the first visit around 7-8 weeks. <BR/><BR/>I have to agree, it is kind of an odd thing. And, I do remember that they rolled on a condom type thing. I am afraid I didn't pay much attention to where that item came from. But, if it makes you uncomfortable - or if you desire to know if it was sterile - I think it is your right to ask about it.<BR/><BR/>I couldn't tell from reading who said "duh" during that conversation. I sincerely hope it WAS NOT that technician. Talk about condescending!<BR/><BR/>Anyway - I suppose I have butted right into all your business. I hope you don't mind too much!<BR/><BR/>JamieJAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-81465943346744960752009-02-11T18:33:00.000-08:002009-02-11T18:33:00.000-08:00Thank you, Jamie, for your comments. I just wonde...Thank you, Jamie, for your comments. I just wonder how much rudeness we are suppose to put up with. Sometimes people assume since I have gray hair, that I do not need procedures explained. <BR/><BR/>I am still wondering about that condom. Are they sterile? It this what the manufacturers of sonograms mean for them to use?? <BR/><BR/>Maybe I will call the Christian pregnancy center we support and ask.joycehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11456465195258073699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-28154512684932486662009-02-11T16:54:00.000-08:002009-02-11T16:54:00.000-08:00Pardon me for intruding - but that tech was beyond...Pardon me for intruding - but that tech was beyond nauseating.<BR/><BR/>Some people (the tech) seem to have an exorbitantly inflated opinion of themselves<BR/>which reminds me of a quote:<BR/><BR/><I>"We have learned by sad experience that it is the nature and disposition of almost all men(and women), as soon as they get a little authority, as they suppose, they will immediately begin to exercise unrighteous dominion. "</I><BR/><BR/>You wonder how these people manage to remain employed???<BR/><BR/>Hoping you get a definitive diagnosis soon!templeworkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11641867169599465496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-8999399889258152502009-02-11T15:38:00.001-08:002009-02-11T15:38:00.001-08:00hope I didn't offend you in any way!hope I didn't offend you in any way!JAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7298786348766872034.post-88783065965434657592009-02-11T15:38:00.000-08:002009-02-11T15:38:00.000-08:00Oh Joyce. I am sorry you had such a crappy experi...Oh Joyce. I am sorry you had such a crappy experience. There is NO excuse for ANY medical professional to treat you (or anyone) like that. <BR/><BR/>I encourage you to write your Dr. a letter and explain the way his staff (or the staff at the office he sent you to) in no non-sense terms. He needs to know that information. They should be fired.<BR/><BR/>I have used this technique myself at the pediatricians office. The first time when then Home Health Nurse hired to manage the care of my twins at home following their birth - didn't know her butt from a hole in the ground. She came with her supplies in a baggie and didn't have any gloves to wear. She could not get blood from my son in spite of the fact that she pricked his heel 20 times while he and I both cried. I called the pediatrician and detailed the visit. He was already angry because the bloodwork results were not on his desk and my two preemie babies were jaundiced and he was monitoring their bilirubin levels. He FIRED the home health agency.<BR/><BR/>The second time I wrote him a letter because his triage nurse was a snide and condescending woman. I would call with a concern about my children and she would act much like your tech acted - insinuated I was stupid. She was paid to talk with parents on the phone to assess the need for Dr. care or not. The Dr. THANKED me for letting him know.<BR/><BR/>The flip side is that - the next phone nurse was such a DREAM to work with, that I wrote him another letter to COMPLIMENT the lady. And do you know, that when she quit to take another job, SHE CALLED ME to say goodbye!<BR/><BR/>All of this rambling is to say that you are absolutely right and to please be your own advocate. If you are uncomfortable with what they are doing - or insulted verbally - the powers that be should know about it.<BR/><BR/>Good luck and I look forward to hearing the outcome.JAMIE'S CREWhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11427662758287686656noreply@blogger.com