Isn't it fun to see doctors - not

I avoid the doctors. I have no insurance. Last time I went in was when I had that nerve damage in my wrist. I'm still paying that off. unless something is wrong, I won't be going to their store. It's like 100.00 just to walk through the door. I'm all set with avoiding that

Hi, I too am riding in the same boat as u and can well understand your frustration. A diabetic patient has to undergo too many tests. But in my country it is simple to get medical appointments. Though I visit Government hospital for getting treatment for my various ailments, but to save time, I get my tests done from private clinics. That way, within a few days my tests are complete. With so many diseases and so many medicines to be taken every morning and then at night makes one feel depressed, but this is life.

Ahhh the joys of aging! I don't have nearly the number of ailments you have, but I have been increasing the number of meds I have to take - now up to three scripts... I've actually been on more in the past, but some I let go because they didn't seem to help any, and while the doctors have in the past wished me to be on a few others, they didn't have corn-free ways to prescribe them. Seems that most of the people I know take a LOT more meds than I do, even younger people than me.

I like your attitude here. A lot of times people do not know just how important it is to have the right attitude and I can see that it comes with your facing your demons straight on in their faces. I understand that whatever you are undergoing is overwhelmingly daunting and it takes more than courage. You are exceptional, so do keep this up and fight it all the way. On your condition, I want to encourage you to seek Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to help you with your health management. See if there is a qualified Chinese Medicine practitioner near you for consultation, they will usually take your pulse and determine your condition and prescribe herbs that will complement your medication. Presently, this is what we are doing in China where we have 2 schools applied on complex illnesses and it is very helpful especially with the side effects of western medicine.

That is alot of stuff going on. Hope you can rest after it is all done. For me I get so tired and rather stressed just after seeing the doctor. Just being out around people is exhausting. I hope you get through it all okay. Yes, life is grand. Try to keep positive and take it slow.

It is never fun to visit doctors, go through a series of tests and take number of medicines. I am 31 years of age and have been living with rheumatoid arthritis since 10 years. I also have to go through blood tests, and I take around 4 medicines daily along with some weekly medicines. May all your test reports come normal. Wish you good health!

hi winterose o h my do I sympathize as I am also a diabetic with diverticulitis and was supposed to have a colonoscopy done in S ept abd here it is may coming up and could not go in A pril because I am short of money. my insurance does pay my primary doctor b ut the access bus will now cost me for round trip 7 dollars and thirty cents and before it was five dollars and thirty cents.But now withn my diverticulitis kicking up I have to go for a diabetic checkup and for problems with hemorrhoids too. I hate having to go to doctors really but used to be more regular aad was not putting it off so much.

omg i sure know how you feel. i cant even get a way there and our government is insisting on social security resipeints getting all that check up stuff done once a year at the least and follow up if a probem is found. just so we can get our prescriptions filled. like you, its a long list of my problems. getting old sure sucks big time!

People say its great when you finally retire and enjoy the Golden years. I don't see what is so golden about them. Its one doctor appointment after another. My parents are constantly going to the doctors. One doctor is for a regular checkup, other doctors are the heart doctor, skin doctor, neurologist. It is never ending for them. I don't wish this type of life on anyone. I hope all your appointments turn out good with no problems. God Bless!

If it is something that will make your health better, then you really have no choice. I am sure your family would want to see you up and about all the time.

Nobody wants to see doctor,if it is not because of falling ill.You seem to frequently make an appointment with doctor.I wonder how far the nearest hospital is away.

Your life is full! I only have to see my pulmonologist tomorrow. That's a $40 copayment. I lost my end of life papers, my living will...so my Humana Cares is sending me another form for me to make out, get motorized and give to my docs and to the hospital whenever I go. It's so that I have the last word on my healthcare if I cannot speak for myself. My speech issues continue. Today was the worst because I to dizzy too.

Well, seeing doctor means you have to be strong enough to face all your health problems and be ready for the medication and it needs a lot of money to be wasted just to get well. Just be strong and enjoy everyday that God has giving you the opportunity to live.

I know it is important to keep up with doctors' appointments. All my appointments are follow up medical check ups with gynecologist. However, I have not been seeing my doctor for a few years . I do not know why I just do not feel comfortable to see them. I know I am not making a wise decision.

ANd after that no telling how many more tests they will have you do! Be very careful with what you have to take adnd hope some of the test wil prove out that you dont need the high doses

I'm too young to need a mammogram, thank goodness. From everything my mom used to tell me they are painful! I am way past due to get a pap smear test. I don't know when I'll do that but probably not soon. I need to see the eye doctor, but even though I'm on disability they do not cover vision or dental care. So if want my eyes checked I'll have to come up with some of my own cash. And that ain't happening for a while. lol Good luck on all your tests!

Thats the awful thing about getting older is that all these ailments occur at all and really affect our wallets and our quality of life. I hope you made it thru all those appointments and are still in ok health.

If you aren't following a healthy diet, your body will let you know. Improve your diet and increase your exercise, and you won't have to be on so many of those medications or have to see so many doctors.

Big hugs to you, winterose! Is there any truth to "an apple a day keeps the doctor away"? Sending a virtual big bag of apples out your way! Have you looked into alternative medicine at all?

No dear it can never be fun to see the doctors especially if u have a host of ailments. i know u must be disappointed that u would be doing to see doctors or go to hospital due to your health. I would pray that u get well in the future.