One of the most important qualities your doctor can possess is your trust. If you don't trust in his or abilities, there's little point in continuing a relationship with your doctor. What makes a trusting relationship? Trust is something that builds over time. If your doctor doesn't take the time to get to know you and your medical history, trust is difficult to build. When … [Read more...] about How to Find a Doctor You Can Trust
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5 symptoms we never tell our doctor (but he needs to know)
A detective needs to gather clues to build a case, and a doctor needs to get a full list of our symptoms before he can make a good diagnosis. Unfortunately, many of us don't give a full picture of our health, sometimes out of embarrassment and sometimes because we didn't think those symptoms were important. Here are some things you may need to report to your doctor. … [Read more...] about 5 symptoms we never tell our doctor (but he needs to know)
Knee pain: signs you need to have it checked
Do you suffer from knee pain? The experience can differ from person to person. Some feel a dull pain, others actually endure stabbing or searing sensations. The pain can happen suddenly, or show a pattern, emerging after physical activity or at night. Some go through it constantly, others have 'episodes' that come and go. Some pain is localized at the knee, while others feel it … [Read more...] about Knee pain: signs you need to have it checked
How to get the most out of your doctor’s visit
Nearly every health article ends with the advice, 'Always ask your doctor.' But unfortunately not all doctors want to be asked. Studies show that most tend to keep consultations very short and brisk, even interrupting patients or waving off their concerns. Very often, you may feel dissatisfied and confused as you leave the office. You may not be able to change doctors, but … [Read more...] about How to get the most out of your doctor’s visit
How to prepare your toddler for a doctor’s checkup
Oh, for the good old days when our baby would peacefully sleep through a visit to the pediatrician. Toddlers are old enough to know what's going on. They can scream in fear when they remember the needle from the last check-up, and wriggle in protest as strangers (even if it is a friendly doctor) poke at their body. Here are some ways to prepare your toddler for a checkup, … [Read more...] about How to prepare your toddler for a doctor’s checkup