Kidney Stones w/ severe pain
In one of my most traumatizing experiences in the past 10 years, I recall having severe kidney and lower back pain. I was unable to move or find a suitable resting position for approximately 18 hours. Only walking or standing upright provided any form of relief. I was able to call Dr Hendrick on his after hours line. He quickly provided me treatment options (ice packs, heat, positions to rest) and order a prescription medication to relieve the pain while he stone passed. I received the medication with in 2 hours of calling, and the pain was quickly mitigated. had I had to call or goto an Urgent care or hospital, I do nto think I would have been able to achieve the same results in as fast a manner. I was super grateful for having a primary care physician that was available for me in sucha rapid manner.