Guest guest Posted September 19, 2002 Report Share Posted September 19, 2002 Boy, do I agree with you on this one! I'm hoping this new doctor won't just dismiss me like the last one did. The old doctor dismissed Ron in the same way, as he feels that hypoglycemia is not a disease! You are right that we do need to speak out and educate people, but the medical profession has to do their part too. And maybe the media. That interview with a movie star recently may help, but then again maybe not as she talked about being an actress and " hiding her pain. " It's too bad there is a misconception this guy has, but hopefully his " friend " does not have the same misconception! Maybe you could suggest our group to him for her? Hoping you have a pleasant, pain free night (As it's 9 AM here, must be evening there) Judi Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 20, 2002 Report Share Posted September 20, 2002 Hi Heidi, I understand COMPLETELY. I have had people tell me that they used to have RA, but it went away. Or that they have it in their right knee. I have also stopped talking about it except to family or close friends because I have found it to be so frustrating sometimes and only upsets me when people try to argue about something that they know nothing about. You are completely right about the doctors also. My pcp is one of them. I get the feeling that I am her only patient with RA and she is learning about it from me. That's ok though, she is pretty open to what I explain to her about limitations, side effects, and the meds that I need. The only thing is that she won't prescribe the pain meds. She is more comfortable to let my rheumy do that. And that is ok also because my rheumy doesn't hesitate to give what is needed. I am very lucky in that area. I have the best rheumy. (In my opinion) I find him extremely knowledgeable and easy to talk to about anything that is going on with me. Don't let that co-worker get to you. He has no idea what he is talking about and it sounds like he doesn't want to know. It would be futile to try to get the point across anyway. I think you did the right thing and just let it slide. Love and Hugs Stacey in PA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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