What Friends Are For

Thanks for sharing that story, John, and I’m glad to hear that you’re A-OK. I think it goes without saying that we could all only be so fortunate to belong to the professional baseball fraternity for many reasons, but the sense of community shared by the “big players” is to be envied, to say the least.

Glad you’re okay. Sounds like quite a scare. Friends are maybe the most important thing in the world.

I had to point this out, that all of the first names listed (including your own) begin with the letter “J”

Just thought that was randomly cool

I’ll echo what Jason Collette wrote. John had us worried there for a while.

Apparently the secret to getting into the business of writing about baseball is having a name that starts with “J”. Someone should let Malcolm Gladwell know about this.

I know how you feel. Recently I started having some pains in my groin area…it lasted a few weeks and then got very bad. I freaked out, thinking it was something really serious (Note: never check your symptoms online…just go to the doctor…you probably don’t have cancer!) and went to the ER. The doc told me I was OK after a CAT scan and some tests. My primary care doctor wanted to rule out prostate problems (I am 29!), so we did a PSA test. I worried myself so bad that the next week I got hit with what looked like prostatitis, my doctor thinks from the stress of worrying so bad. I feel better now…but it felt terrible freaking out. And also reminded me that I am not 18 anymore.

I suffer from reflux and take medication regularly for it, and have had minor episodes like the one you had, but nothing ever so prolonged. That can be some scary sh….stuff, and you were lucky to have friends surrounding you (and your best friend just a phone call away) to help you through this episode…time to investigate anti-acid meds, I’d guess. You may to try different ones before you find one that works - for instance, Prilosec (omeprazole) works well for me, but Zantac doesn’t do a thing. Good luck to ya, John.

And not just because we’re looking forward to more organization reviews :-)

Sounds like quite the scare John. We are all glad to hear you are going to be ok. I am also very glad to hear a few people stepped up to help you out. Nothing in the world can replace a good friend(s).

Hope the medication helps!

And always remember - it’s never a mistake to call 911; it can only be a mistake not to call 911.

I’m glad to hear that you’re feeling better John, that’s quite a scare.
I recently completed renewing my First Aid Certification and would take this opportunity to encourage others to consider taking a similar course. Taking charge is an important step in helping others in medical distress. Many people can be dismissive of their symptoms when they’re injured/suffering.
I know that there are legal differences between Canada (where I live) & the US that can impact the decision to help others when they’re in medical need; still, food for thought, I hope…