I presented at CDH with a migraine. As there were no doctors on call, I was told I would be guided through Virtual ED with another clinician. I felt their manner was abrupt and they were not listening to what I said. After a consultation with the Doctor from Virtual ED, a treatment plan was made.
Unfortunately the clinician was unwilling to administer the medication prescribed. (This is what I had previously for migraine at CDH). This necessitated different medications being tried unsuccessfully. I felt the clinician was fixated on the fact I had a temperature. As my symptoms had not improved I was admitted.
The next thing I knew, I was woken by a nurse for observations and to be told I was being transferred to Echuca due to the possibility of meningitis. The ambulance was on its way.
Was this necessary?
"Migraine Virtual ED experience"
About: Cohuna District Hospital / Urgent Care Department Cohuna District Hospital Urgent Care Department Cohuna 3568
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