HI everyone - well, after being on a waiting list for several months to see a Rheumy that is supposed to be wonderful, my appointment is finally tomorrow. She is a woman - so I am even more happy to know this. I am sick of male doctors in dealing with my Fibro.
However, I DO have a lot of anxiety about the visit as I haven't had good luck with any other Rheumy in the past. Stomache's a little upset too. This morning, I meticulously made up a list of my illnesses, how long I have had them and included the fairly new problem, being unbalanced and falling a few times. I also have questions written down. The last Rheumy was the most horrible doctor I have had yet. I had everything written down - and being it was my first appointment - I had questions. He was with me at the MOST - 10 minutes. He yelled at me and was SO bored with what I was trying to tell him. I told him to get out - got dressed and told him what I thought of him. Left in tears and was just about to give up on ever finding a doctor that would treat me with respect and listen to what I have to say.
I just need to find someone who CARES about me and what I am going through. I don't want to be 'brushed off' or be treated with indifferance. Hopefully, all will go well. I will report back to all of you when I return from my appointment. Love to all, Laurie
You did the right thing walking out on that insensitive Rheumatologist, not settling for that type of treatment may hopefully make him take a better look at himself and how he treated you!
I have never had to take my clothes off for my Rheumatologist, so I have to wonder about this!
I hope that tomorrow's appointment will put you at ease, and will hopefully answer some questions. She may want to run tests before she answers all of them though, so be prepared for this. There is a set process, unless you went through it with your GP.
Please post and let us know how things went. Remember, we are all with you!
Hey Laurie!
Praying all goes well for you! I am so sorry your previous doctor had treated you that way, that is unforgivable. Please keep everyone posted about your visit tomorrow. Prayers and blessings!
Hi Sk - yes, I am aware she will probably run some tests on me. I have a feeling other things are going on with me, along with the Fibro. So, I will welcome anything she wants to do. Also, I am sure there will be a blood test as well. I guess for the next couple of weeks, I might be running from building to building, getting everything done. I'll be poked, prodded and examined along the way. Fine with me - so along as I get some decent answers! LOL Laurie
Thanks Avaha. I just answered your post too! LOL I am trying to be positive and hopeful - but have been let down for years by those who have treated me previously. You will notice as you get to know people here better - that some are literally on a quest to find good doctors! It's not easy sometimes - and also - Fibro is misunderstood as well and diagnosis can be a long time coming for some. SO glad to have you here! Hope all is well. Hugs! Laurie
I hope your visit with the female rheumatologist goes well tomorrow. I have since moved on with a female physician from another female physician that did not believe in pain control. My new female physician knows about Fibromyalgia and actually listens to me and believes me. She has been great! I am going to keep my fingers and toes crossed for you that you will find the relief you are looking for.
HI nurse - Thanks for replying. I was stunned when you told me that your former female physician didn't believe in pain control! That's just ridiculous. How could any physician not believe in helping someone manage their pain with medications? So sorry to hear this. Glad you got away from her. Hugs, Laurie
Hope all goes well with your doctor visit......I find that rheumy's aren't the right docs for me, but of course, there has to be good ones out there. My pain management/physiologist is my lifesaver. Have a great and productive day!