Not to take anything away from black women. Black men have it hard as well to get care a lot of people don’t like and/or are afraid of black men and it transfer into medical care too. Right now I’m dealing with a health situation and I cannot find proper care. It’s a lot negative energy I get and I dismiss it to not try to dwell in it but its there.
@@ArtTheSinger You are your biggest advocate. Do your research and have your questions/concerns written down to ask and share. You have to make them listen to you. Even if they seem disconnected or get angry don't stop fighting for you. YOU matter! WE pay their salary. I will keep you in prayer.
Yeah my mom as an African American female was mis-diagnosed 3 different times at 2 different separate hospitals by doctors saying her face paralysis was sinus related and that her bulging eyes and constant cycle at 65 was her sinus. They kept prescribing her sinus and nasal medicine. After she and I both constantly told them it wasn’t her sinus. I ask them repeatedly to perform blood work to try to determine what was going on. They ignored our requests. After over a year of trying to get someone to listen and trying to get my mom to not give up trying to get help someone finally listen who happened to be a Medical STUDENT working in the ER when I finally got her to try again to get help. Because by this point she had to wear sunglasses even at night in the house because her eyelids couldn’t close. We found out during this last visit she had STAGE 4 Breast and Brain cancer and after she was diagnosed she passed away 7 weeks later. Sadly the Head Physician on duty in the ER that day came in to tell it us the diagnosis and also shared that had not the Medical Student advised that they do a CatScan the Head Physician would have assumed my mom’s issues were sinus related and provided her same diagnosis as the other doctors at the other hospitals. The difference between the season doctors and this young Medical Student name Christian was Christian actually LISTENED to my mom and spoke with her in detail to understand where she was hurting and where her pain was coming from. The season doctors just assume they knew the answer to what appeared to be text book symptoms. They’re more jaded and pompous so they don’t consider fully what the patient is experiencing. What was the kicker in all this is that the Medical Student was studying to be an Ophthalmologist. God knew who to put there for her at that time. Christian was there to assess that there was more going on behind her eyes then what he could see so he requested more be done and went to class that day. Not knowing he was able to bless my mom with finally getting an answer to her health problems. Although she passed she was always grateful to know ahead of time what was going on as she knew something was wrong with her body although those who are TRAINED for such matters were utterly clueless. Christian recognizing something was going on behind her eyes is what revealed the brain cancer which lead them to do more test which also revealed breast cancer. Once my Mom was admitted they discovered her body was riddled with cancer throughout her body. Thank you Christian for listening to my Mom. I’m forever grateful that you gave her this gift.
Amira's experience is one of many that doesn't get diagnosed properly because some doctors fail to listen to their patients. This shows you should never doubt your instincts and keep fighting until you find a solution.
OMG. Im glad she is on her way to getting better. My issue was in my reproductive organs which the doctor always equated to an STD(even though I'm abstinent) finally found a holistic Dr. in the DC area that ordered an MRI which revealed adenomyosis/endometriosis, chocolate cyst, and a large fibroid. Ten years all they did was tell me how they didn't know what was wrong. Trying to treat me with a pill when I needed a WHOLE surgery. USA healthcare is the most expensive yet unsuccessful in the world!
Same 10 year delay in diagnosis for endo…. I feel like I lost my entire 20’s bc of this. I hope you are well now and continue to advocate for yourself.
I actually cried tears while watching this show. I've been going to the dr for several years. I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia approx 15 years ago. I stopped working in 2015. My health is declining worst every year. I keep telling my dr my symptoms but the blood test says I don't have an autoimmune disorder. My dr thinks I do have an autoimmune disorder BUT the blood work says I don't. So he's stuck on I can't treat what I don't see. I saw a pain management dr 1 week ago and she said I've been misdiagnosed. All my symptoms describes hashimoto according to pain management dr. She suggested I ask my dr to do my blood work again. Once again my blood work is in the normal range. My dr said he'd run my blood work again next year. Meanwhile I'm struggling to stay encouraged because no one has listened to ME. MY body is screaming something is wrong. I did schedule a follow-up with pain management next month in hopes she'll help me. I have read you can have an autoimmune illness and it take years to show up. Please pray for my strength to keep fighting.
I will be praying for you. If you don't mind and have not done so, already try changing your diet. Take processed food and meat out of your diet. No, I am not Vegan. However, I do not eat meat. A plant-based diet is a start. Fight for your life, and fight for your health. You should also consider changing doctor at this point. Be encouraged, and don't lose hope. Yahweh (God) is our Great Physician, and by the Stripes of Yeshua (Jesus), we are healed. Pray this over yourself. Remember, all we need is Faith the size of a grain of a mustard seed, but Faith without works is dead. Get up and Get Moving in Yeshua's Mighty name. Amen.
My first experience with medical gaslighting was when I was 25 and had three ”periods” a month. I was so miserable, to say the least. When I went to my doctor to seek help, guess what Doctor Dummy told me…” It’s nothing to worry about, it’s completely normal!” That was the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard in my life! Thanks to prayer and a holistic way of living, I now have one period a month, and just like God, she’s always on time!😊
When I was in my early 20s I stopped having a cycle. I mentioned this to my obgyn (who was revered as one of the best in the area at the time). She just put me on birth control to regulate my cycle. After YEARS of being ignored (I'm 42 now), I was told I had PCOS and no longer ovulate. I've since had a total hysterectomy due to endometrial cancer, but I was never taken seriously when I voiced my concern and made it clear that I wished to have a family some day. And now I can't (naturally). Same thing happened with my thyroid. A basic blood panel showed nothing was wrong. I was finally properly diagnosed with hypothyroid in 2016 after years of misdiagnosis. We HAVE to be advocates for our own health. It is so frustrating that we even have to have this conversation.
I know about that condition. About 35 years ago my Godmother Minnie (she was in her 60’s) couldn’t hold her nose down without her nose running profusely. They ran tests for months. One doctor finally said “this is not normal.” He ran additional tests and discovered her brain fluid was leaking through her nose. They operated and put some type of metal plate in her head. She did fine for about 5 years. Then her nose started running again, and they went back in her head again. This time it never came back. I advise women if they notice something unusual about their body or body functions, please contact doctors and specialists until they find out what is going on. God bless you all!!
The EXACT same thing happened to my mother! She was diagnosed with allergies and was prescribed allergy meds for 2 - 3 YEARS before they figured out it was fluid leaking from her brain! She had to have 2 procedures done to correct it.
Same thing happened to my stepmother a few years ago. Spinal fluid leaking from undiagnosed head trauma from a car accident years prior. ENTs kept telling her for years, tha it was sinus drainage but it was a brain tumor. She did have a miraculous recovery from the surgery to remove the tumor.
When I had my last baby I told the emergency room hospital staff that he was on his way. They smirked at me and told me that nothing was happening yet. The baby’s protective sack had to be visible and puffed up like a balloon down there for them to believe me. They placated me like a child while having my child. I still think about it every now and then.
I've been treated like that also, Dr's look & talk down on you because you're not in their profession how could you possibly know what's wrong... it's insulting & degrading!
I truly understand, l went to E.R. because I couldn’t breathe and I do have heart problems and I admitted into the hospital for several days and discharged. My problem got worse until my daughter in Texas call the heart Doctors in Grand Rapids. I got in within 3 days. They said in a couple more days l wouldn’t be here. Once they saw my vein in my neck, l was admitted. I had over 20lbs. of water around my heart. So l really understand, you have really be your own advocate for your health.
Lawsuits need to be filed against quack doctors for medical malpractice after complaints are reviewed with the medical boards (MBs). Most MBs will do nothing to doctors even if a patient dies. A lawsuit would make patients think twice before choosing sued doctors. Doing nothing is not an option because others will become victims of reckless doctors.
They aren't quacks, My friend said that Her Doctor used dirty instruments on her on purpose during Childbirth. She almost died. Black Women in America have the highest death rate especially in Childbirth in the world.GOOGLE IT. Its recommended to ALWAYS TAKE SOMEONE WITH YOU TO THE DOCTOR IF YOU ARE BLACK. I am a Black Female, I know 30 other stories just as bad!
I have been advocating for decades. Historically , African-American and Black Patients suffer the most. We have a higher rate of mortality and medical neglect.
I’m a PA with over 20yrs experience. I was very shocked when I finished school how many providers gas light. I was let go from one of my jobs because my supervisor felt “I didn’t know how to BS the patients”, of course they didn’t put that reason on paper but a friend told me this among other things were being said. Genuine, caring providers get discarded in the current medical environment. I absolutely hate being a PA because you can’t really practice genuine medicine any more. It’s all about money. They want you to rush through and see as many patients as you can. I just quit another job on the spot 2 days ago, an urgent care job because they told me I needed to see at least 50 patients per day, 10hr shift mind you… they are crazy, I walked out. What kind of care is that for me or the patient.
Good for you, that you are genuine concerned for others and take your vow seriously! May God’s richest blessings be with you and open doors for you to establish your own private practice. I’m joking my faith yours and believing for everything to be supernatural provided to you in the Matchless Mighty name of Jesus!!! Besides prayer if I can assist you in any other way I will. Blessings and “Thank you for your service
It’s sad people won’t acknowledge the pain & trauma they caused to someone. I’m glad that she didn’t focus on the negative and went on to have a successful surgery.
This really angers me.. there are a lot things I rarely discuss, and sometimes I forget have even happened. But I caution anyone, if something doesn’t feel right and you’re met with inadequate medical care, seek additional opinions and information... be diligent about understanding and preserving your health. Misdiagnosis and missed diagnosis happens every day... I pray it doesn’t happen to you! Bless this lady for sharing her story, and more importantly for her persistence in self-advocacy! ✨
The doctor couldn’t find anything wrong with me when I told him that my throat would close up. My son look up my symptoms he was able to find what was wrong with me it was VCD vocals cords dysfunction due to dehydration. I went back to the doctor ask him if he knew about VCD he never heard of it. This was at Mahattan Eyes, Ears and throat Hosp. NYC
That happened to me too. I had to convince doctors that I had a CSF leak. In two weeks after my first emergency room visit, where the doctor dismissed my symptoms as allergies, I had CSF surgery.
After I had my baby, about four days of being home I woke up one morning with swollen legs, ankles, and feet. I’m the type of person that will immediately go to the doctor if I see something abnormal going on with my body. I went to the hospital that delivered my baby and they checked my BP. It was high and they kept giving me different reasons as to why. They sent me home on a water pill. By the time night came, my blood pressure was higher and I was still swollen. God gave me the feeling to go to another hospital. I went to the nearest emergency clinic. It was other people in the waiting room but they came and got me first. I started getting a bit worried. They took my BP and rushed me into a room. They began to hurriedly take my clothes off and hook me up to an EKG. They put an IV in my arm and they did blood work. The nurse immediately started giving me meds to bring my blood pressure down. I think it was in the 180s, mind you it’s usually in the 114s. I’ve NEVER dealt with high blood pressure before in my life. The doctor comes back with the blood results. I told him what happened with the hospital that I went to earlier. He said “Im glad you came here when you did. You’re on the verge of having a seizure and stroke” I looked at my friend that brought me to the hospital. She looked frightened and I was in complete SHOCK. He said he was going to have to refer me to their hospital and admit me immediately. He said he was going to chat with the doctor that sent me home to see why they didn’t admit me so it doesn’t happen again. He genuinely looked angry. This was Christian clinic and hospital so I definitely believe God led me to them. Mind you I had just had my newborn baby. Im thinking, will my baby have a mother to raise her? Over the four weeks I spent at the hospital, I genuinely thought I wouldn’t make it. My BP finally went down after tweaking my meds multiple times. Scariest time of my life health wise besides me having Covid. I usually never get sick so it was terrifying. It was Postpartum Preeclampsia btw. Anyways BW really do go through it when it comes to getting the care they need in these hospitals. It just doesn’t get talked about enough.
Omg! Thank you for sharing this story with us, Tamron! I will be sharing this video with my lemon 🍋 💕 drops on my channel. This is poignant information THAT MUST be shared in an opened dialouge on a reputable forum. Once again, 🙌🏾👏🏾💃🏿
As a registered nurse I encourage everyone to be an advocate for their own health. Knowledge is power. As a traveling nurse, I have seen the health care system in America for what it truly is and you have to be vigilant. I always teach my patients to know what medications they are taking and the reason for taking it and to listen to what your body is telling you. You know your body, follow your instincts and get a second opinion.
My stories: 1. When I had my first child over 30 yrs ago my water broke on a Saturday and the hospital sent me home. When I went back the next day I was fully dilated for 2days before the doctor finally performed a c-section and on I y because my mom threatened to sue him. My baby coded 3 times. He is now a husband and father of three beautiful daughters. 2. I was injured and was sent to therapy for 2 whole months before they finally did an MRI. The doctor came into my session and yelled STOP DON'T TOUCH HER ITS WORSE THAN I THOUGHT! I had a bad bulging disk that was hitting my spinal cord and by this time I was having difficulty walking. I was immediately taken off work and had to have a neck fusion surgery. I was off work 8months. 3. I had been complaining about pain in my neck, middle and lower back since 2017. I couldn't get my doctor to prescribe pain meds. Yet I would see friends of another race be prescribed for trivial stuff. Well it turns out I finally got the help I needed on May 4, 2022 I had C4-5 fusion. The neurosurgeon said I had a severe case. A chunk of bone broke off and was hidden from MRI. The surgery I mentioned in 2. After having neck fusion some times you'll need another down the road and that's what happened. I finally got them to listen about middle and lower back. I have a compression fracture mid back and a L bulging disk. Waiting for my insurance to approve Ablation and injections..... Found out last week insurance denied it. So doctor resubmitted it. Praying it's APPROVED.....
I am grateful to have had doctors who listened and discussed. So far, so good and I am grateful that this woman got the help she needed. She handled the return to her PCP with more grace than I.
Minorities and BW, in particular, get gaslighted in all areas. It is what it is! And won't change anytime soon. Key is to understand that we are our own advocates and to not wait for "allies" as they are often performative, or far and few in between. Take care and be well 🤗🤗...
I've been having migraine for years off and on but lately I have been getting headache for eight weeks straight on the left side of my head and face also numbness, swollen, blacking out, dizziness and terrible pain that I never felt before I went to see my neurologist explaining how am feeling she constantly cutting me off as always and telling me it is stress she give me medications and am still feeling the pain in my heart I know something else going on thank you so much for sharing your story now I know what I need to do get a new doctor
I had migraine for 10 years and only discovered few months ago that the migraine got worse due to something called medication OVERDOSE headache. Pls ask your neurologist about medication OVERDOSE headache. Get well soon
@Anika Your complaints are valid and you need help..you could be having hemiplegic migraines- looks like symptoms of a stroke that occur during the period of a migraine only Maybe you could look it up
@@akinyieakinyi3728 Thank you Akinyi I will look it up I was wondering the same thing because when the first doctor were touching my forehead all the way down to my left hand I wasn't feeling anything and she still tell me it is stress now I saw another doctor he give me three sets of medications and tells me I need rest another doctor telling me what he thinks and not listening to what am saying
@@stellapjackson Thank you very much for your concern I will ask the doctor to check it out I saw another doctor and he give me Dexamethasone, Nurtec ODT and Nortriptyline and nothing changes
I am so glad Amira advocated for yourself. She navigated the situation very well, especially with having to see the same doctor that ignored her for years.
🤔After giving birth to our child, I had a KILLER migraine every time I sat up for 2 weeks! I complained immediately & continued to contact the dr. Went to another dr, told her my symptoms, she immediately said I clearly had a spinal leak from the epidural being placed.
Yes, it is so important to review all health topics which support our biological health and healing!!! A plant based diet, calming prayerful techniques for anxiety/ heart/sleep disruption, and safe ultrasounds prescribed by a specialist when you are having health scares or difficulties. I pray we move forward in the best health possible during this hard time in our society.
Another brain juice leaker here. Three sealed leaks and now currently trying to find the leak in my spine. This story is so true, especially here in Australia. One specialist in the entire country. One.
I realized that they listen to their colleagues even if dismissing you. I had a Pituitary Macro adenoma that caused tunnel vision and severe headaches. When my concerns were being dismissed again I went to the Dr that was treating me for headaches previously and didn't gaslight figuring he would call her. He did just that and she heard him. I was sent to a neurosurgeon who saved my sight and life 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank God you are ok. I had a similar experience. From full all the time stomach swollen just a little, no appetite. 3 doctors later pushing the issue told the last Dr don't look at the report, radiologists are wrong all the time, look at the MRI. My appendicitis was bad emergency surgery, this was 4 years ago. You know your body. Pay attention to your body.
I ask my doctor "As evidenced by what" He just told me I had asthma and I asked him what evidence he had. I requested an asthma test and it came back negative. Then I knew that he was just telling me bs.
As a former nurse I went through this prescribed allergy meds it was so bad I kept my nose plugged up finally head pain was so bad went to er emergency admit then lumbar puncture 😠😠😠 meds now shunt years later I'm angry that it took so long to get treatment and a doctor to take you seriously
Literally same thing happened to me. Went to two different doctors; both said it was allergies. Even when my 9yr old said “Oh it could be Spinal Fluid (we looked up potential issues)” the doctor said “no if it was that, you wouldn’t be walking or driving”. Fast forward to less than a year later, I was in the hospital for 2months and had 2 brain surgeries and nasal surgeries.
I had the exact thing happened to me. Doctors kept saying they didn't know what the problem was. I prayed and God lead me to an amazing doctor who found out I had a CSF leakage. Sad how some medical professionals don't take people's sickens serious.
Always get a second opinion even if you have to go to the hospital... Sometimes you have to change your PCP... I don't care if I have a great rapport with a PCP and have been going to them for years, if I feel like they dropped the ball I will make changes no hesitation
I'm so glad she got the answer to what going on. If you feel something is wrong with you keep going to different dr and specialist until you get someone who will listen and willing to help you find the answer 🙏🏾.
Wow. She has blessed me. Doctors, especially women and most black women doctors don't take black women seriously. All doctors as told to me but another woman doctor at the Houston Veteran affairs hospital, don't listen. Forced this past week to go into the emergency room and was greeted by four of the kindest doctors who temporarily restored my faith in the system to allow them to admit me, but the issue I've been telling doctors about since before I left the military in 1992 STILL exists. This lady has inspired me to do something about my overlooked issues. Thank you Tamron for having her on
I am not African American but I had a similar experience. The doctor I went to delayed surgery for two years. I nearly lost my sight in one eye as a result, but thank the Lord, I was introduced to a doctor who did take me seriously. I was operated on 7 days after I saw the second doctor. My sight is still not great in that eye but at least I am not blind. I have not looked back since, pardon the pun. In my opinion, race is not an issue because I do not live in the US. There are medical doctors all around the world who may be jaded, skeptical or just plain incompetent but still practicing medicine. I really think that proper annual evaluations are needed to ensure doctors are on the straight and narrow, plus are for patients-- not against them. My heart goes out to you Amira. I am so glad you finally received the right diagnosis and treatment and are well today. God bless.
This is a real issue. I always feel as if I have to be my own advocate and push for proper service for doctors to take me seriously. I even told my doctor once that I feel that my real issues probably will be found in an autopsy...it is sad
I have a runny nose and my right ear lost my hearing I saw a ENT specialist 4 years ago and he said I’m fine I’m going to book and see my doctor tomorrow
I'm shocked that the ENT doctors didn't do the halo test on her csf fluid or send a sample of her csf to be tested in the lab.👀🙀 I hope she reported the doctors to their licensing board.
I kept having issues with my eyes and my vision was rapidly declining. Kept going to the eye doctor to be told I had allergies really bad. Went to a new Optometrist on a whim because it was closer to my house and come to find out I had keratoconus the whole time and I could've had the surgery early on to have it fixed if I would have known
@@kedra626 yes I did and with glasses I have 20/40 in one eye and 20/60 in the other. I have had my transplants for 22 and 23 years since they do not do them at the same time
No, no. That "doctor" would NOT have been allowed to gaslight me and then still refuse to apologize without some serious clapback in that office! #speakupladies
I flatlined in the emergency room because they didn't believe me when I told them I cant breathe, I'm having an asthma attack! They literally watch me pass out from lack of oxygen. They never took any vitals. Then the hospital covered up the incident!
Make the doctors write their refusal to treat you IN WRITING. Doctors get away with ignoring Black Women far too often. We shouldn't have to consider living in another country to get quality healthcare.
It’s also called medical racism and it is so real! I’ve been through about 10 doctors with the medical stuff I’m dealing with.. it’s just insane. Also, when I had to be admitted to the hospital I was just standing up for myself & I raised my voice a little bit & they assumed I was crazy/mental… I’m glad this woman got to the right doctor to resolve her medical issue.
Keep fighting. I wish med pros would challenge the biases that ultimately kill us. Somethings wrong if there is an overwhelming body of evidence that suggests that we're being neglected in our medical treatments, Yet, nothing is being done to make it right. Keep fighting. There are lots of us who've given up trying to be heard in a system that doesn't take us seriously.
@@oliverflorence539 i definitely will. I totally understand your frustration. In essence, we have to really start taking our health in our own hands & yes, continue to fight literally for our lives. With some of these doctors, it is like talking to a brick wall. I’m working on my health by eating properly, getting in exercise & taking supplements when necessary so I don’t need doctors so often. You keep fighting as well. 💯
I’m glad to see Tamron highlighting this topic and grateful to Amira for sharing her story. Before I was born, my grandmother had this exact same issue in the early 80s. My mom told me that my grandma would tilt her head down and spinal fluid would gush out. It took many tests and specialists to find what was wrong. She ended up having several surgeries on her head but to God be the Glory she’s still with us in 2022 at 79 years young! The sad part is 40+ years later, we are still dealing with health disparities, particularly as it relates to people of color.
She is beautiful. I think every woman or person of color have been through this. In my own experience, I ended up needing surgery after being told that I just had hemorrhoids and just needed to eat more fiber and drink Metamucil. In my case, I filed a written complaint against the doctor. She is still practicing.
Maybe if we start suing for neglect even if it's to put them on a list of Drs to watch out for then hopefully they will start taking us more seriously. Medical license can be taken away...something! This woman is probably a Christian and the holy spirit resides in her. Only the grace of God can lead you to victory in this situation. Hallelujah 🙌
Listening to this program wow. I am being treated for the same symptoms all the doctors saying it's allergy, now that is scary that even now The throat specialist same I'm allergic to a lot of things like dairy products and so on I always keep feeling like I have a head cold and the mucus in my throat which will cause me to cough a lot so at this moment I am being treated for allergies.
Wow thanks for sharing such a common experience in women of color. I guess my question would be if your PCP new that the neurologist was a good surgeon why didn’t she refer you to that neurologist 2 or 3 years ago for a second or third opinion or follow up???? I always say to people learn your body. Know your body.. thx for sharing
This is why I learned after giving them (medical professionals) a couple of chances, to be adamant about telling the doctors what to do about my health. Because they are human too, they don't always get it right. We should always research for ourselves about our bodies and health. And almost be forceful with the doctors about blood work, ct scans, ekg's etc., with follow up results. Especially in this day and time with so much going on. We have to care more about us than anyone or any doctor.
That is my experience with Doctors too. A lot of Doctors think they know it all and are dismissive to our concerns. That is why I have PPO. If I do not feel heard or the Doctor suggest bogus treatment I go to another Doctor...
Hi everyone it took 55 years on all sorts of medications for sunus heart problems. I was laugh at because of being slim to on. Now to find out because of a growth in my throat , I only have half of my thyroid . The other half on the left side is not there. I live on the island of Barbados. This has me in shock. 🤔
African American, Caucasian; male, female, they're all trained the same way-process of elimination, drug prescription. Don't get involved as that requires listening to you.
I always say, you know best abt what is going on with your body and the symptoms you are experiencing. Some doctors are quick to discount our explanations. Many times I've had to do my own demand for referrals to get a second or one case third opinion. Women always be your best advocate, to get the best care you can. Working in health-care has only helped me understand that so much more!!!!
Can I ask best way to advocate? I am having this issue and am being ignored or told I am basically over reacting. I am 16 months in agony with daily head pain that is so bad I vomit. Seeing a neuro and just want to be checked properly.
@@natashabranagan7169 For me, I just don't take what some docs say as always correct. For my fibroid situation (2nd time around), I got 3 denials for procedures all reasonable. However, bc most docs start with age, status they just wanted to relegate me to the most invasive procedure. Using a certain standard of questions to get to get me to consider only ONE option of their choice. I held my ground and declined. Eventhough time may have passed and the situation of Fibroids got more painful. I researched and spoke to one of my spiritual Bestie coworkers. She had a procedure performed, which too can be very reasonable for me and the Provider opting to perform it has mastered it. He DID NOT, discount my age and status JUST to make me succumb to something I strongly am against which is way too invasive for my liking. So I said all that to say, being your best advocate is researching all avenues, talking to others, asking pertinent questions of Providers so you understand all the mechanics around any procedure, symptoms etc... Then don't be afraid to seek out second, third or e rn fourth opinions from different Providers for that condition. Bottom line too stand strong in your stance to hold Providers accountable. Not always easy and sometimes depleting. But you just don't want any Provider doing anything you are not comfortable with. Or, they are not fully trying to research really the BEST care for YOU. Especially for Black women, sometimes they presume what the collective should receive vs what the individual is conveying is their needs and or issues (ending where I started😊) Good luck to you and pls feel empowered to be your BEST advocate💛
@@natashabranagan7169 Sorry too. Let me go where I really should have started. I am sorry, you have gone thru this for so long. If that Neuro provider has never referred you for any type of test... MRI, CT, EEG, then he or she may not be the right Neuro. You need to research others in your area, one that will listen to your concerns, try to assess any symptoms stemming from it, then look for applicable procedures which may be useful to see where the issue is emanating from. Only way to tell that is by one or all of the tests mentioned above. Having had migraines and gone to Neuro providers. I can tell you having the procedure made me aware of a childhood (non lethal) cyst I must have been born with at the base of my skull. Please press whatever Neuro provider you see, to consider sending you, if you have not already. Clarity for the best course of action, is always key. Even when the news may not be what we expect. Blessings to you and I hope all works out the BEST for you!
I wouldn't have liked to know what all her symptoms were as it sounds very similar to my story ( which is still unsolved ...7 different E.N.T specialist , 2 neurologists , 12 blood tests , 2 x-rays & 1 MRI )
When I had my son I was in the hospital 4 days under the wrong name wristband and All God is watching over me frfr ...They tried to give me hyperthyroidism meds too...and I don't have that
Y’all act like diagnosing illness in humans is like fixing a car. And that the job isn’t stressful or that there are many more patients than there are doctors, nurses, etc. Get real.
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I’m glad you stood up for yourself and fight for your life. We know our body better than any doctor. I respect them, but who knows you better than yourself. I have had 20 plus surgeries, so I am speaking from experience. You are your best advocate. Demand they run test for every area of your body that bothers you, make sure you question them about the medication they are prescribing. If you get admitted into the hospital, always ask for an itemized bill. When a doctor walks into your room, get his or hers business card. If they do not have one, tell them to write the information on a sheet of paper.
