Update on the Doctor Front

[hiddenmuse]

Yesterday, I was so frustrated over my bust-up of a doctor's appointment that I didn't get to mention my good news.

My blood pressure has gone down some. My last reading, in June, was 135/90. Yesterday, it was 125/90. Also good news is the fact that my medication has been reduced from two pills to just one pill a day. (Yes, that is blood pressure medicine - heredity plays a part in it, but I will be the first to admit that my weight plays a larger part.)


Also, I have an appointment with an allergist - for allergy testing and a 2nd opinion - in about 2 weeks. If you want to check out the good doctor's credentials, as well as his information for new patients - go to: Dr. Jeffrey Davidson. I saw the links to the A Word A Day and PFLAG sites - after making the appointment - and knew that I'd picked a pretty decent doctor. :) {Of course, the Canadia-philes and/or BNL fans will notice that Dr. Davidson attended McGill University in Montréal, Quebec where he earned his M.D.}

Comments

[moon-wise-muse.livejournal.com]

Congrats on the blood pressure medicine...well, losing it that is. My Mom used to have to take it herself, so I know the effects. But that's great news! :)

[hiddenmuse.livejournal.com]

Thank you! :)

[http://users.livejournal.com/fitchick-/]

I'm normally ellegina, but just wanted to let you know that I set up a weight loss/health journal and added you. Hope you add me back!

[hiddenmuse.livejournal.com]

Thanks - you've been added back! :)

[msboop.livejournal.com]

You know... for all their education, doctors can be very ignorant sometimes.

[hiddenmuse.livejournal.com]

So I've noticed. It just gets under my skin when I feel like I'm smarter than my doctor! I can't help that I like to be educated about my particular conditions - and want to stay aware of what can affect me (other medications, environmental factors, etc.), so I can be an aware consumer/patient. :)

Some doctors appreciate that - others seem to begrudingly accept it, or would rather me just be a mindless individual, I think. :-/