Thank you for that information. I'm one of those people that needs to research my median conditions. One, so that I have a better understanding of my own disease. Two, so I can ask my doctor intelligent questions as to the next way to help myself. I've had multiple medical problems since I was 27 years old. I have a rare Endocrine disease that many doctors are not knowledgeable about. There have been times when doctors have been informed by myself as to my condition.
Having worked at a hospital in Radiology and Medical Records for years there is one thing that was clear. YOU are your best advocate for yourself. I'm sad to say that over 75% of my fellow employees didn't care about the patients. It was just a job to them. Having observed both sides I can assure you that YOU need to take responsibility for your own health.
Educate yourself about your disease or what have you. Then advocate for yourself based on that information and knowing your own body. This goes for your loved ones as well. Do it for them if they are unable to.
OK, I'll step down from my soapbox now. Thanks for the additional resources AshlandDog, I'm going in!
Thank you for that information. I'm one of those people that needs to research my median conditions. One, so that I have a better understanding of my own disease. Two, so I can ask my doctor intelligent questions as to the next way to help myself. I've had multiple medical problems since I was 27 years old. I have a rare Endocrine disease that many doctors are not knowledgeable about. There have been times when doctors have been informed by myself as to my condition. Having worked at a hospital in Radiology and Medical Records for years there is one thing that was clear. YOU are your best advocate for yourself. I'm sad to say that over 75% of my fellow employees didn't care about the patients. It was just a job to them. Having observed both sides I can assure you that YOU need to take responsibility for your own health. Educate yourself about your disease or what have you. Then advocate for yourself based on that information and knowing your own body. This goes for your loved ones as well. Do it for them if they are unable to. OK, I'll step down from my soapbox now. Thanks for the additional resources AshlandDog, I'm going in!