Hi there:

Sorry to hear about all of this. The doc fiasco is NOT fun... I have found, as Sue mentioned, that another set of ears at my appointments seems to make a big difference. My husband tries to go with me, if I have to see one of the Dr. Wicked's... It shouldn't be this way in this day and time, but it is amazing what the presence of a man will do in an office visit.

I wish Glenn could go with you to the doctor. In fact, I wish he could go to the doctor with me. I think he could hire out as an escort and make a killing. He is very knowledgeable, and I get the distinct impression that doctors think twice before treating him like a second class citizen. Not that my husband can't speak up, It is just different and he tends to be more softspoken... Still, it helps for him to be there, because usually most doctors will think twice before acting like arrogant a**es in front of someone's spouse, mother, brother or even a friend...

Once I had a surgeon act this way to me. My friend was there with me. He said there was nothing he could do for me and neuro tests were very expensive. My friend, a very tiny loudmouthed nurse, jumped up and told him I could afford $10.00 for tests, did he think that would be enough... He was so embarrassed, he didn't know what to say. I never think of things like that quickly enough... Yea nurses!!!

Try taking someone with you and see if you notice any difference. If not, time to doctor shop...

We are here for you if we can help...

Cathie