by John Kenyon, CNA » Tue Sep 23, 2008 9:32 pm
Hello -
It's impossible to speculate on what may have been the cause of the scar you describe, at least without some additional details. It seems you've been through a harrowing experience and, I would hope, have sought debriefing through a counselor who specializes in Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. A complete physical exam would also be in order, with an eye toward things which may have happened during one of these interludes to which you refer.
I hope you're able to arrange for support and medical care even though you are currently without insurance. It sounds as though this could well be a police matter and that you may not be held responsible for the expenses incurred.
I hope this is helpful.
John Kenyon, EMT, CCT
Non-invasive cardiology tech, Emergency and Critical Care technician, Critical Incident Stress Mgmt. specialist