Posted by Eilidh on February 11, 2003, at 7:10:03
In reply to Re: To Dreamerz re Nardil » glenn, posted by dreamerz on February 10, 2003, at 16:49:30
I know you may have tried this approach in the past,but if not, have you actually explained to your doctor that you would find it helpful to be aware of the reasons as to why he believes you to have the diagnosis he has given you, and the reasons for his medication prescribing choices?
In your posts it sounds as if he hasn't explained very much to you. Or is your concentration level such that you are missing some of what the doc. says?
Are you in the position within the health service where your doctor is the allocated consultant for your area, or group of GPs? I have been in that position for the past 10 years and finally have a really good doc. This isn't through my efforts, but because the pretentious dinosaur retired and young blood came along who was willing to listen.
If your doctor is avoidant when you ask questions perhaps it would be useful to take a close friend/advocate along with you next time you go who will help to persuade your doctor to provide answers to your questions. Their mere presence alone may encourage him/her to take time to answer your questions.
I know this suggests lack of respect for you, but it may be that this doctor is like this with everyone. Sometimes they get wrapped up in their importance / busy schedules and forget we have the right to have our questions answered with considered thought and not be fobbed off.
Apologies if you have tried the above already.
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