Posted by Catgirl on July 30, 2004, at 18:53:17
In reply to Internists, posted by Dinah on July 27, 2004, at 21:12:47
I talk to my internist. He's the one I went to for my anxiety and he's the one who eventually realized that I was depressed also. He knows all about my grandmother's stroke, my aunt's breast cancer and the end of my marriage. He doesn't rush me and seems to really listen.
> Do people really talk to their internists? About stuff other than blood tests and allergies?
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> I like my internist because she doesn't *seem* like she's rushing me. But I know she sees tons and tons of patients, and doesn't really have much time. I think it's just a matter of her style and pacing that makes her seem like I don't have to spit out my symptoms at an auctioneer pace. I don't think I'd ever think of mentioning depression or anxiety. ?
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