If I were indeed in pain and had a medical reason for said pain, I would certainly not hesitate whatsoever to be assessed in their ER, or ANY ER for that matter. It is your life, your health, and I would not care what anybody thought. You have a right to be seen WITHOUT being patient profiled! If this becomes an issue at any facility be sure and contact a patient advocate...many facilities have direct numbers for them. This one included.
If you are in true pain your vital signs will show that. X-rays to begin with Will show show your herniatioms. I would go and get checked out. Feel better!!
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