Because some Doctors still don't get it

Posted by Spongemomsquarepants on March 18, 2002, at 1:20:56

In reply to Why do we feel guilty for taking meds?, posted by beardedlady on March 15, 2002, at 17:12:37

Hi,
I was recently hospitalized due to an adverse reaction to Provigil. The ER Doctor looked at me as I had my 3 year old son running around the ER, with my heart rate at 166 and my blood pressure at 180/110. She said in a discusted voice "so you have ben diagnosed with BOTH an anxiety disorder and ADD?" I didn't feel shame, but I felt like I was wasting her time. It was SO hard for me to call an ambulance. I knew it was not an anxiety attack, but I thought "if it was how embarasing"..duh, who cares? But I certaintly do not need a Dr. making me feel uncomfortable calling because I have tahcycardia! I have decided to call the hospial and let them know my concerns. I live in a small town, and if I am in trouble I go to tis hospital. (first time) I don't want my fear of looking like a dork hinder my medical care!

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Why do we feel guilty for taking meds? beardedlady 3/15/02
Excellent point...I wonder this myself..... (nm) » beardedlady andyboy 3/15/02
Re: On the other hand... » beardedlady Greg 3/15/02
Re: Why do we feel guilty for taking meds? RhainyC 3/15/02
meds make me feel dependent » beardedlady xjs7 3/15/02
Not guilty, just pissed the meds suck Cruz 3/15/02
b/c they fix our brains by damaging them? (nm) trouble 3/16/02
Re: meds make me feel dependent » xjs7 beardedlady 3/16/02
perhaps same reason alcohol is frowned upon? 3 Beer Effect 3/17/02
alcohol guilt/med guilt » 3 Beer Effect beardedlady 3/17/02
Re: alcohol guilt/med guilt Denise528 3/17/02
Because some Doctors still don't get it Spongemomsquarepants 3/18/02
Re: Why do we feel guilty for taking meds? pedr 3/18/02

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