Pat ElliottExpertHERWriterGuideBlogger(reply to dawny)
Hi Dawny - It can be very frustrating when you're seeking clear answers and don't get them. I would take it as a positive sign that the specialist did not give you a definitive "No" as an answer. When there is something that depends on a lot of variables and is not a definite 100% possibility doctors can be hesitant to give a clear "Yes" as an answer because it can be harmful to the patient to answer that way. This is due to being trained in the sciences where they look for definitive proof to solve problems. It can make it hard for patients to understand what they mean when they do this or to read other things into the answers.
Don't get your hopes down. While his answers may be confusing he is continuing to work with you and is looking out for your health through the tests. I would not read into this that he's being negative, it's more that he is being cautious. Keep your spirits up and keep advocating for your own health.
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Hi Dawny - It can be very frustrating when you're seeking clear answers and don't get them. I would take it as a positive sign that the specialist did not give you a definitive "No" as an answer. When there is something that depends on a lot of variables and is not a definite 100% possibility doctors can be hesitant to give a clear "Yes" as an answer because it can be harmful to the patient to answer that way. This is due to being trained in the sciences where they look for definitive proof to solve problems. It can make it hard for patients to understand what they mean when they do this or to read other things into the answers.
Don't get your hopes down. While his answers may be confusing he is continuing to work with you and is looking out for your health through the tests. I would not read into this that he's being negative, it's more that he is being cautious. Keep your spirits up and keep advocating for your own health.
January 17, 2011 - 5:22pmThis Comment
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