Advocating for Yourself: Dealing with Disbelieving Doctors

Have you encountered doctors that don’t believe you or your symptoms? And how have you advocated for yourself when you knew something was wrong?

Your answer

Trina

2y ago

I’ve had some bad drs but you have to keep looking! I finally found an awesome dr and have been with over 10 years. She really understands my disease 💕

Nebhuskergal

2y ago

Yes!! I went to a different doctor and made sure that I told the doc that if they were unwilling to be proactive in helping me then I will go elsewhere. I was lucky to find a good one finally!! It is so depressing and so demeaning and demoralizing the way some doctors treat people.

Bubbies

2y ago

Yea you can’t change their mind. They’re the worst. Find someone else that is willing to help. I’m sorry and good luck!

Fable

2y ago

Ask for a referral for a second opinion

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