Does anyone know how to find a good doctor? I am a person with multiple health issues and I have a new issue of PAIN.. crippling pain. It began in my back and now it has gone into my legs, arms, neck etc... I can hardly move. I've had all the tests, MRI, CScan, Xrays, blood test with no abnormal results other that moderate arthritis in my spine. this all began about 2 years ago. But when I go to my Dr. he looks at me like I am nuts and thinks that I am imaginating it all. What can I do. He just doesn't seem like he wants to help me, and I usually end up leaving his office in tears. I should probibly mention that I am Diabetic, I have pvc's and heart pauses, and Low immunity.
2007-02-14 21:05:12 · 11 answers · asked by StReSsOuT 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
I too have the came conditions as you and more. First, try going to a university hospital and the pain management department. They will be more apt to try things that will help and they will have seen problems like yours. If you don't have a university hospital, find a pain clinic or pain specialist at your local hospital.
2007-02-14 21:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by Trollkepr 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way I have found to find a good Doctor is by referral of a friend or relative who's judgment I trust. Sorry that you are feeling so down when you leave your Doctor. You should let you Doctor know how you feel about the visits. He probably just doesn't know what is happening. Has anyone mentioned Fibromyalgia ? It is not widely understood and hard to diagnose. It is characterized by widespread pains. If your Doctor says he isn't able to do anything you might ask him who he would recommend. Good Luck, hope you find out what is wrong soon.
2007-02-15 05:40:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have your new Md read as well as you.
There is a book that teaches about muscles, pain and referred pain anywhere in the body. The principle is that the muscles get knots called trigger points which make the muscles tight that then press on nerves. It teaches how to get them to release which gets rid of the pain.
The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook by Davies.
I also use a chiropractor and massage therapist as needed.
Low immunity start taking a refrigerated (because they are best) pro-biotic to replace the ones that antibiotics have killed.
Consider (check for interaction) turmeric, grapefruit seed oil, or candex - they are antiyeast, antifungal, antitoxins. If none of these work activated charcoal won't interact but may decrease the effectiveness of the insulin
2007-02-15 23:29:52 · answer #3 · answered by Keko 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The problem with doctors is that they don't exist any more. A doctor was in the first place a person who listened at you comforted you and healed you. he cannot do this in the 5 minutes he or she is allowed for a patient. Sorry but the art of healing changed the last half a century in the art of making money.
2007-02-15 06:46:57 · answer #4 · answered by Morpheus 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It would help if you said what area your in. But I did find you this:
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2007-02-15 05:10:28 · answer #5 · answered by dont want stalkers 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it does sound like you might have fibromyalgia. i dont know what state you're in but email kindness@fibrobetsy.com. she will ask for you city and state, then give you drs. in your area that has been highly referred by patients. i recently chose a dr. from her list and i'm very happy with him. I've been suffering from chronic pain for over 3years. and have many to several drs and had numerous test. hope this helps.
2007-02-15 10:12:17 · answer #6 · answered by jj 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best way to go about finding a doctor is ask your family and friends who they go to and if they like them.
The next is just pick one and lay it on the line what your wants and needs are.
Good Luck
2007-02-15 07:27:34 · answer #7 · answered by oldhen53 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the best way to find a good doctor is to ask around ,neighbours will be able to tell you who they go to.for your first few visits,go to differant doctors,youll pick up vibes good and bad.but i think asking friends or neighbours the best way to go.im sure youll find a doctor,who cares about there patients
2007-02-15 05:33:31 · answer #8 · answered by fatdadslim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Did your Dr.test for Lupus,Fibromyalgia? Thats kinda what you sound like,with arms and legs...Google up for your state,Dr.s who treat pain and pain management...Ask your friends...
2007-02-15 05:18:13 · answer #9 · answered by Lucky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Word of mouth seems to work for me.
2007-02-15 06:50:26 · answer #10 · answered by Goodbye 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋