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Have you ever felt shut down, dismissed, or misunderstood in the doctor’s office? You are not alone. Most people have experienced this at least once in their quest for a diagnosis of their “invisible illness”.
I’ve compiled a list of the most common responses that chronic pain patients have heard in the doctor’s office, and given you some suggestions on how to reply to keep the conversation going. This also puts the ball back in their court; it’s their turn to come up with the next step.
Have you ever felt shut down, dismissed, or misunderstood in the doctor’s office? You are not alone. Most people have experienced this at least once in their quest for a diagnosis of their “invisible illness”.
I’ve compiled a list of the most common responses that chronic pain patients have heard in the doctor’s office, and given you some suggestions on how to reply to keep the conversation going. This also puts the ball back in their court; it’s their turn to come up with the next step.