I was admitted to Ward 12 of Boston Pilgrim Hospital, UK, in the Department of Psychology. I had a horrifying experience there while I was detained under the Mental Health Act with psychosis.
My general needs were ignored, I could not get meals at regular times, it was almost impossible to get new bedding, and I was ignored when I asked to have a bath/shower. I was also ignored when I asked for a toothbrush and toothpaste. It was practically impossible to see a Doctor, and I was given medication that was not appropriate for my condition, and I struggled to get it changed.
After a few weeks, I had managed in my stupor to convince doctors to go back to a previous medication that had side effects but which stopped me from hallucinating. I was also fearful of my belongings being stolen by other patients, and I couldn't get access to fresh clothes in my wardrobe because it was locked, and it wasn't easy to get someone to open it. This is not a review of the general hospital, but specifically Ward 12.
I'm just grateful I got out alive.
"Pilgrim Hospital Ward 12 Boston"
About: Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust / Inpatient mental health care Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Inpatient mental health care Lincoln LN4 2HN
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