JonRN

Yes, some physicians will redo blood work .

H-pylori is a bacterial infection which usually is the cause of stomach ulcers. Easily treatable, antibiotic for 7-10 days.

In the hospital we mix Nexium with apple juice. 1 teaspoon or tablespoon of apple juice mix the Nexium with it; stir for 5 seconds and drink it. Follow that up with adding back 1 teaspoon or tablespoon with water back to the glass and swish the water around and drink to get the rest of the granules. I hope that helps.

If you are concerned about the IV there are things that help numb the site; L.E.T., EMLA cream or Ethyl Chloride (spray). See if the facility has a policy to use any of these. Also suggest to the nurse where they generally get your IV (sometimes the nurse will listen or not). A butterfly is only a style of needle and not size. I use a small butterfly to draw blood or a very large butterfly when I worked in dialysis. Also most butterflies are just needles and not an IV catheter. Good luck with your decision.