I'm Even Getting On My Own Nerves Now
By Janey1966
@Janey1966 (24170)
Carlisle, England
January 23, 2013 9:51am CST
I don't know how people put up with me, I really don't.
Well, today I 'decided' that I wasn't going to see the doctor after all. There were two reasons for this: the first, I was so tired through not sleeping (worried) that I couldn't get up for the appointment and 2) I don't think I'd be able to stand the doctor waffling on in the state I was in. I predicted another argument so I've chosen to stay away.
I failed to cancel so someone else could get my slot though, which is very unlike me.
At least I've got the gyny correspondence to look forward to so not all is lost, depending on what it says of course!
Am I so bad? Do you miss appointments on purpose?
At least I've got the gyny correspondence to look forward to so not all is lost, depending on what it says of course!
Am I so bad? Do you miss appointments on purpose?2 people like this
7 responses
@robspeakman (1700)
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23 Jan 13
Be careful Janey, I cancelled the kids dentist appointment on Monday due to snow. It was short notice and I was told by the receptionist that another cancellation or failure to show will result in the kids getting struck off the dentist's patient list.
The receptionist was very decemnt about it and explained that it was an NHS ruling.
Just thought I would share that with you
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@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
23 Jan 13
Yes, but dentists are fascists.
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@BarBaraPrz (47343)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
23 Jan 13
By not cancelling the appointment, they couldn't slot someone else in, which is probably a good thing. They tend to overbook, and that's how they get behind. Everyone booked after your appointment will have 5 less minutes to wait. 
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@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
23 Jan 13
I'd not thought about that scenario. I feel better now, thanks.
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@wilsongoddard (7291)
• United States
23 Jan 13
It's understandable that you accidentally-on-purpose missed your appointment. The doctor has proven himself not to be very sympathetic to you, and, if things would have worked out with the other practice, you would already be out the door.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
23 Jan 13
That's very true. I'm still annoyed that the 'new' practice isn't accepting patients but anyway..that's for another day.
I shall concentrate on the gyny response now.
@toyota4k (1208)
• Philippines
24 Jan 13
Yes I would purposely set aside appointments due to stress and hectic schedules. Yet, I would feel sorry sooner or later when I realize how important they would have been.
@shiesse (306)
• Canada
23 Jan 13
I understand why you would not want to go to your appointment as I did read your other discussion, I don't blame you at all for not wanting to go, but do be careful with not informing them. My sons doctor will charge $60 dollars for any missed appointments without at least 24 hrs notice. Not all doctors have this policy and my sons doctor gives a slip specifying this with every appointment made.
@Janey1966 (24170)
• Carlisle, England
23 Jan 13
I guess if we were charged in this country to see our GPs (doctors) then I would've gone for sure.
@teotimoponcerosacena (1552)
• Philippines
24 Jan 13
No, your not bad, we all have our priorities and most of the time it is flexible usually when it comes to our health. You are in control so do what is best for you to do.
@CarraC (69)
• Canada
24 Jan 13
Well, there are days we just don't want to do anything!
So, you're not bad for cancelling. That was a little mischievous on your part though, not calling so someone else won't fill the spot (sounds a little like me)..haha.... Like you said, you just saved yourself an argument....Just take life one day at a time....When you feel ready, reschedule that appointment. xoxo
