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Join Date: Apr 2012
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How to get Doctors to listen....
I had a few doctor's appointments over the last few weeks... The one with the physiatrist went as expected, and although I reacted to the meds he gave me, at least I felt heard....
I saw my optometrist, and as you know my eyesight has significantly changed. The optometrist was adamant that the changes in eyesight was not due to the hit on my head.... And while with glasses my eyes are improved, it can take a long time for my eyes to properly focus at times.... The eyes are def not functioning the way they should.
I also had an appointment with an endocrinologist regarding my thyroid. Since it was barely out of range, they basically doubted that I even needed to be there, and as well, when I suggested that this could be because of my head, possibly related to pituitary issues, they absolutely refused to listen, and sent me out the door without even looking into it further.
So.... I know I am improving. I have days at a time now where I feel pretty decent... but if I over do it... they symptoms come right back... I'd love the doctors to actually listen to me, but have no clue how to do that.... Any suggestions?
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Feb 24, 2012 - Slipped on a large puddle of ice at work, hitting the back of my head. No loss of consciousness, so I assumed I'd be back at work within a few days. I was wrong.
When resting, symptoms are low. With exertion, I still suffer from fatigue, migraines, vision problems, problems thinking or reading, troubles sleeping, issues finding or getting words to my mouth when the headaches are bad, tinnitus, and thyroid issues which I think are due to the concussion. Seen one specialist, and now a few others through insurance review of my case. Hoping for further treatment.
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