Strange Medical ID Bracelets

[Just Plain Ruff]

good to see that you came back, thought you had gone on walkabout.

have you given any thought to a response to any of our suggestions other than mikes?

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[paramedicmike]

Paranoia free. I'm simply asking questions that you have still failed to answer.

[truthisone]

good to see that you came back, thought you had gone on walkabout.

have you given any thought to a response to any of our suggestions other than mikes?

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Yes. I can't afford silver or gold and I'm allergic to the usual cheap metals. SO, unfortunately, I have to go with the hideous stainless steel bracelet like the Mod (sorry I forgot your name) suggested to wear every day for the rest of my life. It doesn't matter much anyways I suppose because I don't/can't leave my tiny apartment in NYC often. My mom is kicking me out of her house in PA very soon. I went there to recuperate, but I've been there 2 months, which is WAY too long and I've worn out my welcome. Along with this hideous scar, it's just another thing to endure for life cause my heath sucks. I even went to the doc today. God was that physical hard, and sooo painful. I got a whole bunch more meds to take. However, I won't be going back for a long time because I can't even walk a block and I have no friends and no other family. Plus, the visiting nurse is discharging me. Life sucks, then you die, then you go to hell. My Tinkerbelle attitude has died too. Hope you enjoy this new attitude Mike. I guess I no longer sound like I'm 12.

I'm sorry for all this venting.

PS Thank You to all the people who have been nice to me on this site. You are greatly appreciated.

Paranoia free. I'm simply asking questions that you have still failed to answer.

FYI, before I started this post. I actually spoke to management from one of the bigger companies selling the designer Medical ID jewelry. They stated that they never had any complaints about not being noticed in their 9 years of business. I don’t know if they were lying or if just no one ever bothered to complain.

I also showed 2 RNs I know at separate times a picture of the original bracelet I wanted. The both said it was fine. So, do you see my confusion? I only asked so many people because I’ve been living with my parents since my illness and my mother hates anything Goth so naturally she insisted for me to keep asking people until someone told me the answer she wanted.

As for you Mike, You have completely ruined my mood, but I guess I’ll play into you’re little mind game if it will, hopefully, make you calmer. I mean I have no idea what that creep or scam artist did to hurt you people but it must have been bad. When I’m cheerful, I like to use smiley faces and my usual slang that I use with my (I guess former) friends. You call it being a “12 year old.” This is a Forum. Why do I have to write like a 60 year old? But just for you, Mike, my favorite mood killer, this post is going to read like a rough draft of a term paper.

You seem to me like a slow learner, so I’ll spell everything out to you carefully and I hope you read it that way. I came to this site to learn if real paramedics would notice, read, and trust the information on gothic Medical ID bracelets I wanted to purchase. Yes, there were many consistent messages, but the messages were not unanimous. Eydawn, Wendy, pointed me to a site I like and offered a different some nice bracelets. Also, just so we’re clear, your answer is yes because the opinions provided were not entirely in agreement. So, I decided to do further investigation until all options were considered. I do not believe anyone lied to me, why would anyone have a reason to? I was however checking to see if a compromise could be met because it is something I will have to wear every day until it literally falls apart only to obtain another. Nothing else is going on and no I do not work for the government in case you were wondering.

You said the picture of my scar was not enough for you. SO, I took it down because of the shame it causes me. What would be enough for you? What do you consider a reasonable amount of information on stranger should tell another on the internet?

Where’s your proof that you’re a real paramedic? Why should I trust you or believe you? At least I tried to offer some proof. You offered me none what so ever. So why should I trust you? I was nice, friendly and polite, and cheerful until you threw accusations at me. I’m sorry I was too friendly for your taste. You’re not even a Moderator of this site so you could be a carpenter in New Zealand for all I know.

You say I should get over my own medical problems. Maybe you’re right. However it’s definitely time for you to get over your highly suspicious attitude towards newcomers. I don’t think I asked any weird or too invasive questions. I thought they were normal for my situation. I never tried to sell you something and I have absolutely no intent of opening any kind of “shop.”

I came here BEFORE I made a purchase or a mistake. Others say the reason for this complete mistrust is a bad experience on this website, so why come back until you have recovered. Or if this “incident” was so traumatic, why come back at all? It’s just a website. I really don’t care if you believe me or not. I’ve got real things to deal with. Plus, I got all the info about medical ID bracelets I need. I’m done.

[mobey]

PS Thank You to all the people who have been nice to me on this site. You are greatly appreciated.

FYI, before I started this post. I actually spoke to management from one of the bigger companies selling the designer Medical ID jewelry. They stated that they never had any complaints about not being noticed in their 9 years of business. I don’t know if they were lying or if just no one ever bothered to complain.

I also showed 2 RNs I know at separate times a picture of the original bracelet I wanted. The both said it was fine.

I'll answer this quote and choose to ignore the drama of this thread. (FYI, you can choose to do the same) anyway...... back to the quote above

You need to cite your source here,

you came to ask Paramedics advice on a Medical ID bracelet +1 for you. Paramedics said "No" to the one you proposed.

2 RN's say it is fine.

A Med ID bracelet salesperson says it is fine.

So there you have it!

If you are looking to alert Paramedics - Don't wear one like that, Wear the ol' fasion Stainless steel

If you're looking to alert medical ID bracelet salesmen - or nurses in the hospital - by all means, get one as you posted that is not clearly identifiable.

I am quite sure I can speak for most on here when I say "Get the ol' tried and true medicalert..... switch up the band if you want, but keep the actual engraved plate a traditional design that we are used too".

This from a guy who has been cutting the cloths off unconcious people for nearly 10 years now.

Like it or leave it, that is my advice.

I will not be one too tell you it is OK to camaflauge your medalert, no matter how many ways you ask.

Take Care

Mobey

Edited June 29, 2012 by mobey

[DFIB]

Others say the reason for this complete mistrust is a bad experience on this website, so why come back until you have recovered. Or if this “incident” was so traumatic, why come back at all? It’s just a website. I really don’t care if you believe me or not. I’ve got real things to deal with. Plus, I got all the info about medical ID bracelets I need. I’m done.

If you hang around you might figure out on your own why we keep coming back to the forum, I just don't have the energy to explain it to someone who may or may not be playing us, time will tell ... or not.

So, what bracelet are you going to purchase?

[island emt]

Okay we get it: You do the Goth thing to piss your mother off and to be uniquely different in your mind from the thousands of other goth's out there.

In an Emergency situation we will spend just about 20 seconds looking for a source of information as to why a pt is unresponsive or unable to communicate. By then if I don't find a bracelet or necklace , I move on and do what needs to be done .

If you are covered in black leather and piercings the last place I would expect to find a medic-alert[ notice how they call it medic alert} tag. Same for having ICE in your phone. The last thing We have time for is to scroll through your phone directory to get vital info.

You came here for advice from seasoned professionals and were given same.

Hope you figure out what you want.

[Just Plain Ruff]

me thinks that shes gonna do whatever the heck she wants and shes not gonna listen to us no matter what good advice she gets.

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[truthisone]

Look u guys I've got much more serious problems than a stupid bracelet. I just found out that my INR is 5.1 If that wasn't bad enough my mom has decided to go off her psych meds and she's given me a few hard slaps and several punches in my arms causing bruises.I can't run away from her and I was defending myself with my arms. They always call me the most disrespectfull piece of *&^% they've ever seen, but I refused to fight back cause she's my mom. If I stay at my apt I'm finished. I'm just not ready to care of myself in the city. I've tried. I've been at my tiny apt with my parents this week going to specialists and I can't cook or do anything I would need to do alone and I'm not eligible for home health care in this state anymore. And if I stay with my mom IDK WTF she'll do. And they have all my meds up there I only have a couple days worth but my stepfather would bring them to me soon I hope. My step father has tried to drug her iced tea a few times and it helps. I knew about it too so I'm as much to blame I guess???But she's going to catch on or something and pretty soon I'm really going to be in trouble. Can't call the cops on her cause she'll never forgive me plus my stepfather has made it clear that he will lie for her and they both will have me commited because I've been on antidepressants and antianxiety meds since I was 13. Plus they will only let me stay with them 2 more weeks, but I could get some home health care there for those 2 weeks at least.

I wish I had a real extended family that atleast would care in a crisis. Or is a biological father too much to ask for. I'm sooo sorry I know all this is TMI but the Mod can delete it if he wants. I'm just ready to explode and I can't stop crying. IDK if I can be Lil' Miss Perfect for a much better chance that my mom won't explode. Plus her psychartrist just quit his job for a better one so he just gave her 3 months of meds and sent her on her way. I'm just so scared with no where to turn and I have to decide in the next 2 hours wheather I stay in my apt. sincecompleteley incapable or go back to their house. I always thought things would ease when I was an adult, will I ever be right about anything?

So I promise not to post again if you promise not to pick on me anymore. Well that's how it feels when I'm this scared and emotional.

Well good luck to all and always remember my motto- NO matter how bad it is, It can and probabley will always get worse. Bye

[DFIB]

Being sick and alone are terrible things. having to live the consecutive of other peoples mistakes and bad behavior are equally unfair and bad. I feel for you but do not know a better way to help than to offer a suggestion for your consideration.

There are "other" means to find companionship and people that in time become like family. Some communities have support groups you can join. The hospital can probably give you their contact information. For many people, church groups have become an important part of our support group and emotional safety net. Most churches, definitely not all, are full of loving, giving people that readily include new folks into their social groups. John Donne once wrote " No man is an island, Entire of itself. Each is a piece of the continent, A part of the main ..." many christian groups embrace this idea and are happy to find new friends. Some do not.

No matter what you decide I think you should find someone to talk to.

I can only speak for myself but I welcome any comments you would care to post. Just understand that you should not be offended by opposing ideas and opinions. You should not be offended if your ideas are questioned and challenged. This is a forum that is comprised for the most part by professional, critically thinking people that will freely express their opinion not withstanding if the rest of us agree. These opinions are often thought provoking, challenging and even uncomfortable.

You can do as you please. If this is something that agrees with you, then for pete's sake hang around. If you don't like it, well, I hope you find what you are looking for.

Best wishes to you

[Just Plain Ruff]

no dont go. you need more help than we can give you here other than a couple of good ears to listen with.

my advice, take it as you wish, reach out to a crisis line for help. that crisis line can put you in touch with resources that can help you get out of the abusive situation you are in.

you can also call 911 and file assault charges against mommy, get her out of the house for a short period of time, get step dad to help you get all your meds and get to a place of safety.

You are responsible for your oen safety and you have to start the process of removing yourself from the bad situation. No one else as you have found will do it for you.

I wish you luck.

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