Hi Anon... You had a terrible experience at the hospital. Because you're young and at a healthy weight, they may have not viewed you as a candidate for a heart problem HOWEVER, that's not an excuse. The truth is that sometimes people have heart trouble who don't fit the "mold." I know you mentioned that you don't have insurance and I can related to that because I was recently without insurance for over two years. But, if you're still having trouble, you need to see a doctor. I'm sorry that the hospital let you leave without giving you answers. You are your own best health advocate. Since they didn't give you answers - go find a doctor who will. It's possible that there is something else physical causing these symptoms other than heart disease. You might want to see an internal medicine doctor and have the results from the hospital tests sent to the doctor. They may be able to help you determine if something else is causing this or if it's heart related. Or, you could go directly to a cardiologist and have them look at the records and go over current symptoms. Regardless of what you choose, I'd recommend making a list of your questions and taking them into the appointment with you and don't leave until they've answered your questions or given you a plan for how they are going to get the information needed to answer your questions. You are your own best advocate - don't be afraid to stand your ground about your health if you aren't getting answers.
I don't mean to sound hard but when I was your age, I was sick and kept having doctors brush me off - very patronizing and sent me away. It turned out that I have a chronic incurable condition that could have been treated years before if they'd listened to me. It wasn't until one of them made me so mad that I decided I wouldn't put up with it anymore and found a doctor who actually took the time to listen. When they finally listened, they were able to diagnose. My one regret is that I didn't get aggressive about my healthcare sooner. I knew I was sick but the professionals said I wasn't. Doctors are people just like us and sometimes make mistakes. If you're still having problems, find a doctor who will listen and don't be afraid to be your own advocate. Good luck and keep us posted.
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Hi Anon... You had a terrible experience at the hospital. Because you're young and at a healthy weight, they may have not viewed you as a candidate for a heart problem HOWEVER, that's not an excuse. The truth is that sometimes people have heart trouble who don't fit the "mold." I know you mentioned that you don't have insurance and I can related to that because I was recently without insurance for over two years. But, if you're still having trouble, you need to see a doctor. I'm sorry that the hospital let you leave without giving you answers. You are your own best health advocate. Since they didn't give you answers - go find a doctor who will. It's possible that there is something else physical causing these symptoms other than heart disease. You might want to see an internal medicine doctor and have the results from the hospital tests sent to the doctor. They may be able to help you determine if something else is causing this or if it's heart related. Or, you could go directly to a cardiologist and have them look at the records and go over current symptoms. Regardless of what you choose, I'd recommend making a list of your questions and taking them into the appointment with you and don't leave until they've answered your questions or given you a plan for how they are going to get the information needed to answer your questions. You are your own best advocate - don't be afraid to stand your ground about your health if you aren't getting answers.
I don't mean to sound hard but when I was your age, I was sick and kept having doctors brush me off - very patronizing and sent me away. It turned out that I have a chronic incurable condition that could have been treated years before if they'd listened to me. It wasn't until one of them made me so mad that I decided I wouldn't put up with it anymore and found a doctor who actually took the time to listen. When they finally listened, they were able to diagnose. My one regret is that I didn't get aggressive about my healthcare sooner. I knew I was sick but the professionals said I wasn't. Doctors are people just like us and sometimes make mistakes. If you're still having problems, find a doctor who will listen and don't be afraid to be your own advocate. Good luck and keep us posted.
Mary
March 26, 2012 - 7:58pmThis Comment
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