[Fuzzybear]

(be quiet bear...)

Feel like I should stay in my cave.
Having some issues with meds...
... and with experiences with GP's (In the UK.. )

[KathyM]

Hi ((Fuzzybear))

Some friendships can withstand mistakes and harsh words, others can't. I hope things work out for you and your friend.

I've had the same trouble with doctors when it comes to treating my amyloidosis - especially the docs who have only heard of the illness. Do they honestly think they can point to a book/article (or degree) and tell me it knows more about me, my mother, and my grandmother than I do? Do they honestly think they know how it feels/felt to be us, and do they care about our wellbeing as much as we do? If not, the LEAST they can do is show me a little respect and treat me as a fellow human being.

I'm blessed with doctors who know and care about me, but they are not readily available and impossible to get to in an emergency.

The only doctors available to me are connected to another hospital closer to my home. They have little knowledge and no experience with my illness. Not a single doctor will take me on as a patient because I only have medicare. Those that do take medicare say they are all filled up and can't take on any new medicare patients.

In the past when I've encountered arrogant/dismissive doctors, it helped to write out a clear and concise note of your reason for visit and list of concerns. If it's a particularly arrogant doctor, you can add...."if this is too much for you, please recommend someone who will be able to adequately address my concerns, has the time to listen, and enough heart to care." But if you do, good luck trying to get another appointment, lol.

[kebsfroggy]

When caves are warm and dry sometimes they are the best place to be. Mine needs cleaning so can't say it's the best place for me at the moment.
Meds are a difficult issue. Some work, others don't, others stop working after years of success. I'm playing the game of "let's change this and see how it works." I'm on my second change so far and not sure it is working. Very frustrating.
(((((Fuzzy)))))
kebs

[Rohag]

((((((( Furry Paws! )))))))

Trouble with doctors... It's hard for me to speak up in those situations; how much harder it must be for you!

Your friends are all around here to gently receive whatever you may have to say.

I think it's fine if you need that. I've been staying in the "forest" recently myself.
Hope things turn around for you soon

[shezbut]

(((Fuzzybear)))

I'm sorry that you're having a tough time with meds, and negative experiences with GP's. Not fun at all!

Like kebsfroggy, I've also had a heck of a time finding the right medications, mixtures, and dosages that worked. For whatever reason, my body changes it's mind on how things are working every once in a while ~ wreaking havoc every time!

Best wishes and very gentle hugs sent your way honey.