11-14-2017, 12:56 AM
(11-13-2017, 02:58 PM)barq- Wrote: With some GPs asking for a medication by name will be a "drug seeking behaviour" flag. I've had to lie before in order to give them a more acceptable "My friend had x and it really helped, do you think it would be appropriate for me?". You will note it is a question, albeit a very leading one. Crucially you haven't directly asked for the medication, therefore it shouldn't be treated as "drug seeking". If the suggestion is sensible, and not contraindicated, there is a good chance they'll go with it. You only have a short appointment, so by supplying them with the answer, you give them an easy way to move onto the next patient.
I dislike playing these mind games just to get medical treatment, but sometimes it seems necessary. Luckily I have one GP who seems capable of treating me like another adult!
Barq, I totally know what you mean about having to "manage" our doctors, whether that means witholding information or sometimes even lying. It's just the nature of the game...
