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lemonzest249

111d

based in the UK, how do I ensure my Dr is actually listening to me and what I'm saying? I need either a rheumatology referal or a pain clinic referal and pain medication - Last time I spoke to them all they told me was to get blood tests. Is there something I can do to push them to ensure I feel seen and am heard?

    • Susie949

      111d

      Hello LemonZest, I start crying and above all talk from the heart, While crying very sad. I have changed hospitals a few times until I found one that I did feel he wanted to help me. I always talk about what’s going ask questions and asking for help straight up. Once they change my psychiatrist and a social worker and he was rude one time and I quickly complained how I felt and the Dr. made a referral for another place and now I have a great therapist. And I got my old psychiatrist she knows me better because I always say the truth. I try to write all that a feel when I’m in pain and all the questions.

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Based on the provided content, some suggestions include being consistent about your needs for more testing and referrals, standing up for yourself by asking as many questions as you need to, writing everything down, and if you feel you aren't being heard, ask them to explore further and note that you asked. If they refuse something you requested, ask them to note that in your records. You could also try documenting all of your symptoms and any factors that might be related to your pain.

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