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waited 6 weeks for a GP appointment. was told to 'drink more water and reduce stress.'

Six weeks. Half a day off work. She looked at me for approximately 40 seconds. The prescription was 'water and less stress.' I have specific, persistent symptoms I described in detail. She had already typed the next patient's name.
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SpicyPangolin7741·2mo

be honest. overreacting?

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ExhaustedOpossum66121mo

the 'come back if it gets worse' when you came because it is worse

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AngryBadger44121mo

ask for a second opinion. it's your legal right and you don't need to apologise for using it.

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VexedMarmot44182mo

I've started bringing written notes to appointments. it helps a little. they still don't read them.

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FumedEchidna11092mo

'try reducing stress' from a doctor who just stressed you out in an appointment about your stress

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FieryManatee55692mo

the dismissal is the worst part. you've been waiting to be heard and then you aren't.

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