You're right. Doctors are overworked, and they have incredible operating expenses. And they should take more time to talk to you and get to know you and understand your concerns. Still, all this is one more reason why you have to be your own advocate, and tell them what is going on with you, not drop clues and expect them to guess. You need to do your part because if you don't, you're not going to get the best care.

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