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My medical self-advocacy post is making the rounds again, and lots of people have been asking for tips and tricks, most ESPECIALLY on how to advocate in a normal doctor's office.
That's an excellent question because your doctors can take on a lot of beauracratic and/or insurance issues for you. *Should they happen to like you as a patient enough to do so.* Yes, it is a popularity contest and you can win.
So here is my (sage) advice.
No matter where you are on this blue marble or what doctor you're seeing, a majority of your care will most likely be seen to by nurses. They will probably be both the first and last person you deal with. And THEY can be some of your best resources and advocates and medical office gossips. They are worth more than gold.
Tip #1: If possible, try NEVER to be the first or last patient of the day (if you're in the hospital, this isn't as relevant except to say try not to go at the end of a shift). We're all human. We're all tired. And medical personnel are even more so. If you go before the coffee has fully hit, or when they are packing up to go home, you are inevitably going to be left in a situation where no one has a full HP bar. Try for midmorning appointments if your situation in life and health permits. Again, with hospitals, it's different. Do not endanger your health further, but if you can wait for a shift change, go at the beginning of one.
Tip #2: Remember how I said nurses are gold? If you are pleasant to them, they will go the extra mile for you, because they are tired as hell of assholes, literally and figuratively. And they can make the process much easier all the way down to getting the doctor to actually listen to you. How does one accomplish wooing the ACTUAL important person in the office? It's actually quite easy. The following has worked for me 100% of the time.
When you encounter the nurse, be it them collecting you from the waiting room, or stepping in to take your vitals and notes for the reason for your visit, often they will say something along the lines of "hi, how are you?" Or even just, "my name is Awesome Person and I'm Doctor Tough Nut's nurse/assistant/underpaid servant."
Even if they say nothing at all besides a simple "hello," you greet them in your most pleasantly business tone with the following statement (please memorize and practice until it feels natural)
"Hi! My name is (name). I hope your day is going, to quote international Korean pop star group BTS, 'smooth like butter.'"
100% whether they know what the fuck you're referencing or not, they will be endeared to you. Perhaps they will even smile. And then, my friends, you will have the most valuable bedside person in the medical field on your team to help you.
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A quiet word from a pharmacist – for Irish readers
Spring advice from a chemist in Ireland regarding Allergies, Vaccinations, and Probiotics
Our local pharmacist spoke to a group of residents this week and I picked up some useful information that I believe is worth sharing. I am not an expert in medical matters and I would refer you to the HSE or your own doctor or chemist if you need further advice.
Hay Fever & allergies: Spring is the time of year when people struggle with pollen-related allergies. Hay Fever can be fought with a…
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Your pharmacy’s function in providing health care supplies in Spring Hill, Florida goes much beyond dispensing medications. Your pharmacist is a trusted ally in managing your health and ensuring the efficacy and safety of your medications. Understanding pharmacy dos and don’ts is crucial for maximizing the benefits of your treatment regimen.
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Undergoing a surgical procedure is a significant life-altering experience, and the journey to recuperation can be both challenging and pivotal. It is crucial to comprehend the necessary actions and precautions during this phase to facilitate a seamless and successful post-operative healing process.
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Hopefully this tip can really help someone, please take this advice or suggest to friends and family if you feel it could really assist them 💕
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Cholesterol: Dispelling Misconceptions, Unveiling Truths, and Exploring its Benefits to Humans
🌿 Demystifying Cholesterol: Separating Fact from Fiction 🌿
Cholesterol, often misunderstood, plays vital roles in our health. While high LDL levels can pose risks, not all cholesterol is bad. Discover the truths and benefits in our latest blog. #health
Written by Abubakar Sheudeen and medically reviewed by Adline Ben-Chioma (PhD), MPH, PGDE, IFBA-CP
Cholesterol has long been a subject of controversy and confusion in the realm of health and nutrition. Often vilified as a silent killer, it’s crucial to understand that cholesterol is essential for human health. This article will unravel the misconceptions surrounding cholesterol, illuminate the…
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TRIGGER WARNING: BLOOD AND NEEDLES
If you are planning on getting blood work done for the first time, this post is my experience of first-time blood work. I tried not to make it super descriptive, but there are a couple places where I couldn’t avoid it completely.
I have listed some tips AT THE END for anyone who’s worried about getting blood work done. I separated it from the experience story for convenience
There are mentions of blood and light-headedness in the tips
Today I got some blood work done
I know right, super fun (sarcasm)
If you’d like to know why, it was to see if I have any medical conditions that would make me anxious rather than just anxiety itself
In preparation for the needle the nurse (I think she was a nurse) wrapped a band around my arm and sanitized the inside of my elbow. She told me to make a loose fist with my hand and felt around my elbow to find the vein
While she was taking the blood I kept my eyes closed because I didn’t want to see that, I was already pretty queasy
It was going pretty well, there were little sharp pains that kept coming and going so idk if she did multiple needles or something (she said that when it went in my vein it would pinch a little) or if it was just the same needle but I was doing pretty good, I didn’t feel super bad other than my anxiety about it
And then she told me to open my hand slowly (because I had to make a fist at first) and all of a sudden I started to feel really light headed. It took about 30 seconds I think to finish drawing the blood (from start to end), and by the end I felt sick
Apparently I looked really pale, and I felt super light-headed, so that’s plausible
The nurse asked if I wanted some juice (she was really nice) and I declined because I didn’t think I’d be able to drink it without feeling even more sick. I did sip some of my water though (it’s a good idea to bring some water)
The light-headedness got worse for about 60 seconds (I thought I was going to puke, but didn’t), and the nurse brought over a chair on wheels that wasn’t quite a wheelchair to bring me to another room (for an ECG I also needed) so that I wouldn’t faint or fall over from the light-headedness by moving around. I was still able to stand up and move around a bit by myself, but didn’t want to risk fainting. In the ECG room there was a thing to lay down on, like in a doctor’s office, and in about five seconds of lying on it I felt a lot better
Tips for blood work newbies!!
If you’re worried about getting light-headed or fainting, you can ask to lay down while the blood is being drawn (lying down helps a lot for light-headedness). Lots of people get light-headed from drawing blood so you don’t have to be too worried about that being a bad thing unless there is a medical condition or concern specific to you that may affect or be affected by that
Try to help yourself relax a bit while waiting for the doctor or nurse. The more anxious and tense you are, the worse the experience is going to be. For me, breathing deeply and stimming helped calm me down a bit
Bring water or juice (I brought water). Taking a sip or two of something might help if you get light-headed
The person taking the blood will tie a band around your arm (tightly but shouldn’t be painful, if it is ask them to adjust it) and feel the inside of your elbow for your vein BEFORE starting. Be prepared for that
They tape some cotton over the spot they drew blood from after the procedure is over. You can take it off after about half an hour
If you need to take a minute to recuperate from anxiety or light-headedness or something afterwards I’m pretty sure they’ll let you take a breather
That’s all! This is just my experience, so I can’t garuntee that it’ll be accurate to everyone. I just thought it might be helpful for someone else!
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Whether used for personal or professional reasons, medical and laboratory services are essential. It won’t be simple to locate medical facilities that provide services you can trust, especially when you’re about to be needing them.
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