So I went to see a neurologist because I keep forgetting things

And I’m having trouble keeping up at work. It was kind of funny because SHE sounded as if she was personally as if she was at the end of her rope. Apparently there’s a shortage of nurses and medical assistants, and she’s feeling overwhelmed. She’s not even dealing with COVID patients. I almost asked her to please sit down and take a breath! After interviewing me, She then says, “You're fine, Youre just stressed out” . Lol. Lol. It was almost comical. I’m like really, you think I’m okay? Why do I NOT feel okay? She says it’s just stress. Then she went on to say I need to see a therapist

So yeah,

Hmmmm

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SW-User

Sometimes these doctors don’t even listen or try to diagnose the problem. They just have a few words like “it’s in your head”, “it’s your anxiety”, “you are just stressed” and they put the ball in your court. It’s a ticket for you to go back to her again.

A while ago I posted a similar post and some know-it-all was like “doctors can do their jobs by just winging it.” Yeah they can and that’s why our healthcare is so wrecked.

nonsensiclesnail · F

And why people like me rarely go to the doctor. If I want to be disregarded I’ll complain to a bunch of strangers. @SW-User

SW-User

@nonsensiclesnail It really makes us lose trust in them. I have seen a series of misdiagnosis in the family and among friends. It’s a scary thing, but when things are at the extreme end, we don’t have a choice which is even scarier.

Mindful · 56-60, F

@SW-User yes, I lost trust in the diabetic profession for a good three years. Maybe the wrong type of emphasis is being placed on medical community as well. Hmmmm.

SW-User

@Mindful It's treated like a business where they can make as much money as possible. It's no longer a profession that's was once helpful in healing and recovery.

Mindful · 56-60, F

@SW-User sadly they are admire for their money as much as their skill. But I have hope that most doctors mean well. But they seem more rushed. And maybe it the patients and lawyers at fault.... doctors probably get sued left and right. Not all doctors are incompetent. But their insurance rates go up and cost a fortune to cover losses. I’m sure they are targeted by attorneys.