High blood pressure and is having trouble breathing from time to time. He won't go to the doctor to get medication, I know he's heading for a stroke or heart attack. How can I convince him to go see a doctor before it's too late?
Why must he be stubborn?
2006-08-02 09:04:57 · 18 answers · asked by cutiepie81289 7 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Maybe you can't , some people are like that, including my own father.He had similar symptoms to yours. No way would he go and see a doctor. It took a ( fortunately ) mild heart attack before he he sought help. Unfortunately , with some people, the more you try and convince them, the more stubborn they become.
2006-08-02 09:16:07 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
All the men in my family are that way too, stubborn. Especially when it comes to medical care. I would sit down with your dad and ask him why he doesn't seem concerned about his health. Maybe there is something else you don't know. Then try to reassure him that this is a benefit that he needs to take advantage of, seeking medical advice. Maybe he is afraid of what he is going to hear from the doctor. Reassure him that you are going to be there for him, whatever he goes through and ask him to do it for you cause he means so much to you and you would be lost without him. If that doesn't work. Next time he is having trouble breathing, call an ambulance and they will take care of whatever he needs and then he will be forced to see a doctor. ;-)
2006-08-02 09:13:22 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The truth is he needs to see his physician. He needs medication to lower his blood pressure. One of the reasons he might be stubborn is because his blood pressure is elevated. Many older people seem to be short tempered when in reality they have blood pressure problems. Breathing is a necessity so I would say the sooner the better. Lack of oxygen to the brain can cause permanent damage. Make the appointment, take him to the appointment, reassure him that everything is going to be better once the doctor has a chance to check him out. Then get the medicine. Get him a watch with an alarm on it to remind him to take his medicine. Get him one of those days of the week pill boxes so it has one pill in each day. Wrap them all up separately with a note on each present that reads, "Dad, I love you. You gave me the gift of life, and I appreicate it very much. I'd like to return the favor."
2006-08-02 09:19:46 · answer #3 · answered by Jessica M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Men act stubborn when they are afraid. They don't like admitting there is a problem they can't fix themselves(it's like asking for directions or reading instructions), they just ignore it in the hopes it will go away. Ask him what he'd do if his car blew a head gasket or if his house needed re-wiring? He'd get an expert to help or do it for him, right? He wouldn't feel bad about hiring an electrician, at least until he figured out how to do it himself. And that is what he needs to do now: get an expert to tell him how to fix himself. Tell him he doesn't want it to get so bad that he has to go in a hospital or a home where they do everything for you or tell you what to do, what to eat, and when to pee!
2006-08-02 09:15:04 · answer #4 · answered by theobromo77 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him you love him. Ask him to do it for you, if he wont do it for himself. Get facts and statistics about how hypertension shortens a life. Tell him you want him around to see you get married, to hold his grandchildren. Show him you care.
I saw a post that he should eat right and no need for a doctor. That is disturbing that a person thinks you can avoid the doctor visit. He need meds. I have had hypertension for over 12 years, a doctor is important.
2006-08-02 09:10:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like he is mexican my dad does the same thing, but here is a site to help you under stand what you can do for him since he will not do for him self?
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Description of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Causes and Risk Factors of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Diagnosis of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Treatment of High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
Questions To Ask Your Doctor About High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
2006-08-02 09:11:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him you're taking him to Disney World. And then drive him to the doctor.
It works on TV.
If that doesn't work, watch his diet. Foods low in cholesterol, sodium, and fat are best. That first heart attack will be the kick in the head.
My dad didn't quit drinking until he developed Type II Diabetes and they almost had to amputate his foot.
Good Luck.
2006-08-02 09:12:15 · answer #7 · answered by tiger_lilly33186 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He thinks it won't happen to him. Just make sure he eats the right food and his blood pressure should go down. No need to see a doctor unless he feels stick. He could take care of himself, just make sure he does take care of himself.
2006-08-02 09:09:42 · answer #8 · answered by mac 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there anyone else who you could get involved in this, any other family? I guess I would have to know what the reason he gives for not going to the doctor's to be of more help.
2006-08-02 09:09:06 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
One way or another dada has to see the importance of going to a doctor--no matter what. You luv dada, then get him there. The word no in this case isn't in the vocabulary.
2006-08-02 09:11:26 · answer #10 · answered by Sick Puppy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋