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binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:34 AM

I was not 100% sure where this is supposed to go so I hope I got it right :D

I`ve had a few irregular pap tests (which I posted about a while back actually) and I was referred to a sepcialist. I was told by my doctor that all I would be getting at the specialist was another pap test and that they were going to take a look inside with some kind of microscope. I had my apointment yesterday. The specialist waited until I had my pants down and then decided to tell me (before he had done anything but sit down) that I was getting a biopisy done. Now LEgally I thought that your doctor had to inform you about things like that yet my doctor stated that they would not be doing a biopisy at all. Does this give me grounds to switch my doctor. She has tried withholding perscriptions for birth control in the past (which she got in trouble for on account that she had no grounds for doing so) and I am sick of her lying to me.

shazamataz · Mar 24, 2009, 05:37 AM

You can switch your doctor any time you like. You don't have to see a health "professional" that you don't trust.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:38 AM

See I was not sure about that at all. I`ve only ever had two doctors and the first one I still see on occasion. thanks

shazamataz · Mar 24, 2009, 05:40 AM

Ask to get your medical records transferred too once you find a new doctor :)
I've been to quite a few doctors and some I would never go back to because I didn't like the way they treated me.

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:41 AM

Your doctor is basically your EMPLOYEE. You pay them for services rendered. If you don't like the treatment, fire the doctor and find one you like.

Doctors are not a "one size fits all." Some people may love that doctor, while others loathe him/her. You need to be proactive in your health care by making wise choices and finding the "shoe that fits" so to speak.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:43 AM

*smiles* I have never heard of it being put that way. I honestly don't know many people that don't like her but she seems to not like me very much. When a doctor gets a complaint logged against them does it go on some sort of record? (I am just curious)

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:47 AM

Originally Posted by binx44

when a doctor gets a complaint logged against them does it go on some sort of record? (i am just curious)

It all depends on the particular complaint and whom it is addressed to, as well as the validity of the complaint.

The specialist should have informed you that you would be having a procedure done when making the appointment. Let me guess, was it called the LEEP? Or a cone biopsy? As these are relatively slightly invasive procedures, you should have had to give your consent to have this done.

Now, with your past, I believe it probably was a necessity to have this procedure done, but you at least should have been forewarned.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:51 AM

All the specialist said was that I'd be having a biopisy and that no matter what I had to go through with it (I'm a bit uneasy around doctors) to me having to do it didn't matter. The fact that they didn't tell me did. All he called it was a biopisy he didn't give a specific name. All I know if they used something and took samples three times . Boy it didn't feel pleasant. I did not have to sign anything or even read anything. I got there. They took me in, did it then told me I could leave
And I was told I have to go back in four months or if they call me. Sooner then that.

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:55 AM

Originally Posted by binx44

All the specialist said was that i'd be having a biopisy and that no matter what i had to go through with it (i'm a bit uneasy around doctors) to me having to do it didnt matter. the fact that they didnt tell me did. all he called it was a biopisy he didnt give a specific name. all i know if they used something and took samples three times . boy it didnt feel pleasant. I did not have to sign anything or even read anything. i got there. they took me in, did it then told me i could leave
and i was told i have to go back in four months or if they call me. sooner then that.

Girl, I don't really like the sound of the way you seem to have been treated. What I would do if I were you would be to wait for the results, then switch to a different doctor and have your medical records forwarded to the new doctor.

It's not unheard of to "interview" doctors to see if the two of you are a match.

I did that years ago with my cancer. I went through 6 doctors before I finally found that the 7th was the right one for me.

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 05:56 AM

Oh, to add, don't be afraid to let them know about your fears or reservations regarding doctors, it's normal and many people suffer this. If the doctor knows up front, you will be treated much differently.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 06:09 AM

Well J_9 at least I know now I'm not the only one thinking that after seeing the doctor yesterday. There is one more specialist close to me I think I will try him. I met him in the hospital hallway and he seemed to be an intelligent honest person it might be worth it to sit down and have a talk with him.
I hope you are doing well and cancer free . That can be rough. See I didn't think you were allowed to do that with doctors. I thought you were stuck with the one you had unless you moved away or they retired. Learning new things every day. It really bugs me that I didn't have to sign any form or even read anything at all. Not even a single pamphlet. (spelling?)

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 06:11 AM

I've been cancer free for 12 years now (breast cancer). Thank you for your concern.

Yes, you can switch doctors any time you like. At the new doctors office you will just have to sign a release for your medical records and provide the name and address of the old doctor. The new doc then will send that request and get a copy of your medical records.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 06:20 AM

Congratulations on being cancer free for so long. My mother had breast cancer and has been cancer free for two years now.
They knew that I was uneasy around male doctors and they didn't even offer to let a nurse stay in with me (she came in and out of the room to get the samples etc) I'm glad my mother drove me (I don't have a car) after a few times of me saying I didn't want her to go they said she could stay in the room with me.

J_9 · Mar 24, 2009, 06:23 AM

A female should ALWAYS be in the room when you are having your "privates" examined. This is law, at least in the US.

I would be irate if the nurse did not stay in the room, and I would have demanded that the nurse stay, otherwise, I would have just gotten up and left. This is a reportable offense, again in the US, I don't know about Canada.

Now, dear, I've been up for 27 hours, time to get a little shut eye before I have to get up in a few hours and work the graveyard shift again (7pm - 7am).

Take care hun, and I'll catch up with you later.

binx44 · Mar 24, 2009, 06:26 AM

I wasn't too pleased. But they didn't seem to give a darn about my opinion on things. I was content having my mother in the room though. At least I got that. I thought the nurse would be in there the whole time not just part of the time. OUCH get some sleep darling. And I hope you have a wonderful day

binx44 · Mar 26, 2009, 07:40 AM

Is it normal to bleed a little bit a few days after a biopisy?