We'll start with some "don'ts:"
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Don't assume that the doctor who gives you better news is the correct
one. Just because you like the answers better doesn't mean she is right.
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Don't assume that Doctor-2 is correct. If the second doctor's opinion is
always the correct one, why did you go to a first?
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Don't assume that the "nicer" doctor is right either. A doctor
with better bedside manner isn't necessarily a better practitioner.
And some "do's" for differing medical opinions:
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If the doctors' opinions are very different, you'll want to consider
getting a third opinion. The third opinion will likely be similar to either
Doctor-1 or Doctor-2, and that will help you make your treatment decisions,
too.
Choose Doctor-3 the way you chose Doctor-2. Handle an appointment with
Doctor-3 just the way you did for Doctor-2. Don't forget to check with your
insurance to see if the visit will be covered.
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If the doctors are only shades apart in their opinions and
recommendations, ask them to discuss your situation with each other. They may
balk, but don't back down. Ask the doctor you prefer to work with to report
back to you.
Finally, let your intuition help in all this decision-making. Don't discount
its ability to help you judge which doctor can be more helpful to you, or which
one has made a better assessment of your health. It's your body. Let your
intuitive mind work in your favor, too.
Do you have a Medical condition ? Hypertension, Diabetes, Fibroid or you are
planning to go for surgery ? Do you need a second and reliable opinion ?
contact
Elite Health Systems
No 3 Ogalade Close,
off Ologun Agbaje Street,
off Adeola Odeku Street, Victoria Island,
Lagos State
