"Admission to the Gynaecology Dept"

I was recently admitted to the Brighton County General hospital Gynaecology Ward.

At the time I was just under 3 months pregnant and was still too early to be admitted to the Maternity Ward.

I was suffering quite badly with hyperemisis, which is severe morning sickness.

I had lost 15KG in 12 weeks and had continuous vomiting resulting in dehydration and headaches.

My GP admitted me late one evening and I was told I could sleep on the examination table as it was not something people are usually admitted for, this way I could receive fluids and then leave.

In the morning however my tests came back still dehydrated and I needed even more fluids.

I was allowed to go onto the sofa in the waiting room as it was more comfortable and I had barely slept during that night.

In the afternoon around 3pm the Doctor who was dealing with my case decided I needed to stay longer and continue to receive fluids as I was still ver poorly.

I asked the head nurse if I could move onto a bed.

On top of that, none of the staff were able to get the cannula back into my veins as they kept collapsing from dehydration so I feared I may be there another night.

The head nurse said that beds were only available for patients who had been admitted.

A few hours later, with no cannula and still being advised to stay in until more fluids could be given I asked again.

The doctor agreed that I needed to get some sleep and rest so asked I be admitted.

The head nurse agreed to this and left the room leaving the door open.

Literally outside the door I heard them ask another nurse to admit me to which the response came "is that really necessary. Think of all the paperwork I will have to do".

It was pretty upsetting at that point, after I had been pretty patient and understanding.

I proceeded to spend 6 more days in hospital but I have just heard so many bad reviews of the hospital.

Therefore I felt it would worthwhile to leave a review advising women in similar situations to steer clear of Brighton General.

I had my first child in Haywards Heath and after the experience in Brighton will now also do the same this time.

I have also been to Worthing and friends have recommended Worthing hospital as well.

Just a few alternatives for some more friendly and empathetic service.

In general I have never had any issues with any NHS services in fact all other experiences have been broadly positive, but Brighton Hospital has repeatedly let me down and I will try to avoid it from now on.