Hi Jeannie - Is it your cardiologist that's not paying attention? Sometimes specialists are so focused on the "big" issues they seem to not want to take the time to deal with other problems. What I've found works for my own personal health is to take the major issues to my oncologist and to work with my primary care physician for diagnosis and treatment of other issues. It sometimes can mean more MD visits but it has lessened frustrations and helped me get better and faster care. Otherwise, I've found that being assertive and stating my concerns and that I want them to be addressed in a strong but not demanding manner has been helpful. I also often do my own research in advance of appointments and let my doctors know what I've learned, what options I've found are available and ask their counsel on which course they think is the best to take. Hope that helps!
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Hi Jeannie - Is it your cardiologist that's not paying attention? Sometimes specialists are so focused on the "big" issues they seem to not want to take the time to deal with other problems. What I've found works for my own personal health is to take the major issues to my oncologist and to work with my primary care physician for diagnosis and treatment of other issues. It sometimes can mean more MD visits but it has lessened frustrations and helped me get better and faster care. Otherwise, I've found that being assertive and stating my concerns and that I want them to be addressed in a strong but not demanding manner has been helpful. I also often do my own research in advance of appointments and let my doctors know what I've learned, what options I've found are available and ask their counsel on which course they think is the best to take. Hope that helps!
July 22, 2010 - 8:43amThis Comment
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