If I really knew my body and thought there was something wrong I would try another doctor. Diagnosing is not easy. I have Multiple Sclerosis and it took over 40 years for a diagnosis. The Cancer took two years. I saw a Gynecologist, a heart specialist, a ER doctor, a gastroentrologist, a general surgeon, and to GPs. One of the GP's ordered the ultrasound that found it. Of course I have the BRCA1 mutation and 4 people , two with Ovarian Cancer in my immediate family. I have no clue what is wrong with you I am not a doctor. I just know what is like to not be listened to. My doctors thought I was a hypochondriac or dramatic now they see me as the opposite stoic. It is sad it takes to major diagnosis for doctors to listen to you but that is what it takes.Now I get appointment immediately if I call.
Alex
Im trying my best to be assertive with my gyn. He doesn't believe I have any problems and is reluctant on referring me to a specialist. Should I just switch and ask another to refer me ?
CAP gave you the best advise trust yourself. I just kept saying something is terribly wrong I do not know what it is until they finally found Cancer. I have MS too and you have advocate for yourself.
Alex
Thank you for the advice. I appreciate the responce. I will do my best.
Hi Katie ,
Be your own advocate. Consult with another doctor : Gyn/ Gyn / oncologist. Don't stop until you are confident that all your questions have been answered.
Best wishes!