A useless doctor

River

So I did the triage form for my doctors yesterday morning and then they called me at 6.30pm it’s not a doctor I’ve ever spoken to but she was asking me more questions etc and she goes “no one ever has a reaction on the folic acid tablets” like oh great, great for some then. Then she goes stop them for a week and just take your iron tablets which what is the point in that when I was getting the symptoms daily which is when I have to take the folic acid but I take the iron tablets every other day where’s the fucking logic!!

She’s going to call me back next Monday but today I’m so unwell and keep throwing up more than I was, I can’t stand up without going dizzy and I have a fucking exam tomorrow so wtf am I meant to do ffs

shannon_164

hey @Rose113 🙂

that sounds so frustrating!!!! i’m really sorry you’re dealing with all this, especially right before an exam. it’s so invalidating when a doctor dismisses your experience like that, like just because “no one ever” has that reaction doesn’t mean you can’t. everyone’s body is different, and you know what you’re feeling.

if i’ve got it right, it seems like her advice doesn’t make much sense, stopping the folic acid when that’s what’s triggering the symptoms, but still feeling awful even with the iron? it’s not fair you’re stuck feeling this sick and unheard, but i can totally understand how that feels as i’ve been in this situation with my gp before too.

i know the exam is tomorrow, but is there anyone at college you can speak to about it? there are last minute access arrangements etc that can be put in place, so maybe it’s worth a try asking? if you sit the exam, i’m wishing you all the luck the world for it, but remember, whatever the outcome, your grades won’t ever define you!

i hope you’re ok

eylah

if you’re feeling rly unwell rose pls reach out to 111 or go to a&e bc you deserve to be listened to and to feel physically well. im so sry she didnt treat you well. we’re here for you