Had another phone call from the surgery a few minutes ago. They have my blood tests results back. There must be some problem because they want another lot taken in a month which is something they do not usually request. I asked if it was anything to do with the infection I have now. No answer. Could I get any information as to why or what the problem was? Hell, no. Just told we could pick up the form anytime. Should I make an appointment to see the doctor I enquired. No, I was told not until you have had the blood tests done again in a months time.
These places seem to do everything they can to worry the life out of you. The last couple of weeks have been very stressful for me, now I have another stressful time worrying what has been found. I can only console myself with the fact that if it was anything drastic, they would have wanted to see me or want me to have them re-taken sooner. This does not stop me fretting over it.
I am sick of not being given any information. I was also told the blood tests results had come in this morning! So, why was I not informed when they phoned me this morning?
I could scream.
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(((((((((((((((((JEANNETTE)))))))))))))))))))))))))I am sorry you have to deal with theeses people.Sounds like a pain in a but.I wouldnt blame you for being so stressed out.I hope it all works out for you.In prayer,have a nice day.
I can understand your frustration ,its as though they get their kicks keeping people on tenterhooks,it doesnt help what it does to your mind, in the mean time ,you are looking at all the worst case scenarios,its only natural ,and you are probably wrong ,well lets hope so ,how can you not be thinking about it all the time ,and Doctors are meant to make you feel better Bah ,.,.,Jan xx
Can't understand them not giving you the results???? They do here, if you ask for them.
Hugs,
Sugar
Jeannette,
This must be very frustrating for you. I don't think it is acceptable. If it were me, I would make another appointment to see the doctor, and tell him/her that you want the results for the first set of tests and you want to know why you have to have another set of tests done. Can understand why you feel angry and worried.
Kate.
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They are really close mouthed people. I feel like it is your body and you should know what the problem is. I would be flustrated also. Hugs, helen
I'd make an appointment with the doctor regardless...It could be something as simple as the tests were contaminated hence need to repeat them...Whatever it is seeing the doctor will settle your mind and worries Caff xxxx
I have a feeling that they think that it's helpful not to say too much, which of course has the reverse effect! Hope you don't worry too much and hoping for good news.
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Oh, now that's not fair at all. They should tell you what they found and why they want to re-test. A month is far to long to leave you hanging. Demand to know and don't accept anything other than the truth. It cannot be worse than the worry of not knowing. I don't understand the system there and I do hope you have options you can follow to get these answers.
I'm pulling for you! Hugs, Kathy
Go ahead and scream. May that will help as they certainly aren't. After you scream, count to 10 and think some positive good thoughts, say a little prayer and forget it. Try not to worry, it'll only make you feel worse. I've gotten to the point where I just turn it over to the Lord, He can handle things I can't . 'On Ya' - ma
I'd make an appointment with the doctor and demand to know what was going on. It's not much help to speak to a receptionist who isn't trained to discuss your ailments in depth. You really do need to speak with the doctor or nurse there. Being stressed can do so much to your system that you don't even notice. Jeannette xx
Hi, Always read your journal . I work in a surgery, our doctors have an hour each afternoon when they deal with phone queries , perhaps yours does. Our Drs will always ring someone back if the receptionists cant help. Our surgery still even does its own out of hours and weekends so we are a ratiety. Hope you get some joy soon xx louise
Over here, across the pond, it's the same dam way. I have medication that I have to take for life, with ocassional blood tests to check. Well, they only refill it for three months, then want me to come in for no apparent reason other than to weigh me, take my blood pressure (which I do daily anyway & they know that) but they get a bit of money from me for the visit. In the past two years I have yet to see my doctor...everytime its always the doctor assistants that do everything. So I do know your frustration. Sandi
I would make an appointment with your gp anyway and at the same time voice your concerns/annoyance with the treatment you have had. I would be getting very annoyed as well!
I thought I heard a scream when I was top of pilot knob!!!!!!!! its the pits drs and health stuff is. !!!!!!!!! GIRL scream some more and let it out. but make shre you keep up your pressure on them to give facts and keep you informed
Hello Jeannette,
How very annoying for you, after all the stress of the tests you have to have them done again. Is there a particular reason why you have to wait another month for them to be re-done? If only they would give you at least some imformation.
Sandra xxxx
thats so not right. Dr.'s dont give a crap about their patients obviously, just the money. Im sorry you are worried and they are just making it worse. *Hugs*
I can understand you being angry at the way you have been treated, its disgusting, get Mike or Becky to phone the Drs and make you an appointment asap, dont take no for an answer they have to keep x amout of places empty for emergencies by law, then report to your Dr how you have been treated by their receptionists, and tell them you wont put up with this type of treatment anymore from them, lay the law down with them for a change, after all they are dealing with peoples lives here, and your is one of them, tell them how upset you have been and all the stress it has caused you.
If I ever have any problems with my results the receptionist always call me but then hands me over to the Dr to talk things over with me personally no matter how trivial they are.
Ok my Rant over hope that you get it sorted and quick
take care Lynne xx
I'd make an appointment asap to see your doctor. You cannot be further stressed by worrying about the whys and wherefores of why they need these further tests and must set your mind at rest by seeing him and asking him. Hugs. Terry
Jeannette...I would make another appointment with the GP if i was you...best wishes!
Astra!
Jeanette, I know exactly what you mean. I used to have troubles like that but not now. In fact I walk in the doctors now and in five to ten minutes I am relating all my woes to the man. That's because I got a system. I even used it at the hospital when I was sent there and it worked there too. A visit to my doctor now takes no more than ten minutes Another to my local hospital takes no more than twenty. we park up in the car park. 20 minutes later we start on the way home.
I will give you and any number of your friends the secret of this system for free. Well, not exactly free. All they have to do is ask for it. If I get too many I will just have to put it on the net I suppose but you know, I like to talk to people.
Jeannette-I think you should call and get an earlier appointment. With everything going on this side of the world with my MIL, I don't any of that for granted anymore. Call them & try and get in earlier. Then speak your opinion of how they have been talking to you & avoiding answering any of your questions. Talk soon..Michele
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I would be round the doctors like a shot. . .I dont trust no one these days. . communication is so slack these days. . you have to stick your nose right in there Jeannette.Ask to speak to the practice manager to complain. . that will put the wind up the receptionist. . I would not be happy to wait a month. . .no way.
Go ahead scream, you have every right to do so. It is your health, you have every right to know what is going on with it. I hope it isn't serious and you are ok. (((((hugs)))))
Cindy
Do not wait a Month! Call and ask for the Dr. to return your call. This is just not right. You must know what is going on. Thinking of you and enjoying your journal. Take care. Molly
Don't let them treat yuo like this. Phone for an emergency appointment. If necessary lie and say your foot just dropped off! Then go and see the doctor and tell him about all this stress his reception staff are causing you. You really don't have to put up with this treatment.
Linda x.
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Jeannette ,pehaps you could ring for a telephone appointment to find out the facts from the doctor about just what is going on .If not you are just going to make yourself ill worrying about it all .((((Hugs)))).......Jeanx
The same thing happened to Stuart last month and he had to have them redone this is the second time this has happened we still don't know why. Love Joan.
I agree with Jean's comment, a couple down from this one, make an appointment to see the doc. for a proper explanation. You are not obliged to tell receptionists your reason and you are going to make yourself ill if you're not careful. love, Angie, xx
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