The stomach bypassing actually doesn't affect the mechanism of action that it works. The reason why NSAIDs like Toradol and Motrin cause issues with the stomach is due to the inhibition of COX-1 which happens whether it's taken orally or given IV/IM.
Thanks for taking the time to respond. Your comment about torodol is interesting. My PCP, the previous anesthesiologist, my previous pain management doctors and the new PA all agreed I could have it, all knew my medical history. My PCP said it bypasses my stomach so it's safe. What in the world is going on here? I see your a pharmacist so I am now going to ask some more pointed questions from my providers. They nurse just said, " we don't do that here " when I asked for it, nothing about my specific history.I have a hard time believing not allowing my husband back with me was a COVID policy as they don't require masks on staff or patients at this practice. In fact the doctor gave me a snarky comment about me wearing one in pre-op. He said, " I should take some deep breaths if my mask will allow it".You may be right about them wanting to avoid a nocebo effect and so they underplay the pain component. I've had the same experience with previous doctors. I always thought consent was a big deal though and knowing what pain you may be in seems to be a part of giving, or not giving, consent for a procedure.I informed them of my negative experiences in detail in order to avoid all this, they knew. I guess I just have to decide if I want to use the mental energy to try again with them.Again, thank you for the response, much appreciated.