#affordable primary care

[markadam129]

[blissdpc]

Promoting Youth Wellness: The Role of Affordable Primary Care in Sports Physicals

Ensuring the wellness of our youth is paramount, especially for those engaged in sports activities. Sports physicals play a crucial role in assessing the health and fitness of young athletes, but for many families, the cost of these exams can be a barrier to participation. Bliss Direct Primary Care, a leading provider of affordable primary care services in Frisco, Texas, recognizes the importance of promoting youth wellness and offers affordable solutions for sports physicals.

At Bliss Direct Primary Care, the emphasis is on accessibility and affordability, making it easier for families to prioritize their children's health. With transparent pricing and no hidden fees, affordable primary care services including sports physicals are within reach for families of all income levels. By eliminating the financial burden often associated with healthcare, Bliss DPC ensures that no child is left behind when it comes to participating in sports activities.

Moreover, the team at Bliss Direct Primary Care understands that youth wellness goes beyond just physical health. Comprehensive sports physicals include screenings for underlying medical conditions, evaluation of musculoskeletal health, and discussions about nutrition and injury prevention. By addressing these aspects of wellness, affordable primary care services play a vital role in supporting the overall well-being of young athletes.

Bliss Direct Primary Care takes a personalized approach to cheap sports physicals, taking the time to understand each child's unique medical history and individual needs. This patient-centered approach fosters trust and communication between healthcare providers, young athletes, and their families. By building strong relationships with patients, Bliss DPC ensures that children feel comfortable and supported throughout the sports physical process.

Furthermore, affordable primary care services extend beyond just the sports physical itself. At Bliss Direct Primary Care, families have access to ongoing medical care and support, including management of chronic conditions, preventive screenings, and wellness education. By promoting a holistic approach to youth wellness, Bliss DPC empowers families to prioritize their children's health year-round, not just during sports season.

In conclusion, affordable primary care plays a crucial role in promoting youth wellness, particularly through initiatives like sports physicals. Bliss Direct Primary Care is committed to breaking down barriers to healthcare access and ensuring that all children have the opportunity to participate in sports activities safely and confidently. By offering affordable solutions and comprehensive care, Bliss DPC is making a positive impact on the health and well-being of young athletes in Frisco and beyond.

[giftedpoison]

sometimes I forget I grew up poor

and then some guy who was able to go through out of state college and work a job tells me, for him, traveling outside the country to somewhere like Ireland is not a pipe dream.

like jesus christ (he said he was in dublin for vacation, I said love that for you living that pipedream life, and he told me it would only be a pipedream if i was also there. Which I think he meant as a flirtation but came off kind of dickish.)

[dontmeantobepoliticalbut]

Hundreds of thousands of poor Floridians have been kicked off Medicaid in recent weeks as their Republican Governor, Ron DeSantis, travels the country for his 2024 presidential bid and rakes in campaign cash from big donors.

Florida is among the states that have begun unwinding pandemic-era rules barring states from removing people from Medicaid during the public health emergency. Late last year, Congress reached a bipartisan deal to end the so-called continuous coverage requirements, opening the door to a massive purge of the lifesaving healthcare program.

A dozen states have released early data on the number of people removed from Medicaid as they restart eligibility checks, a cumbersome process that many people fail to navigate.

So far, the statistics are alarming: More than 600,000 people across the U.S. have been stripped of Medicaid coverage since April, according to a KFF Health News analysis of the available data, and "the vast majority were removed from state rolls for not completing paperwork" rather than confirmed ineligibility.

Nearly 250,000 people who have been booted from Medicaid live in Florida, whose Governor is a longtime opponent of public healthcare programs. As HuffPost's Jonathan Cohn wrote Sunday, DeSantis "has refused to support the ACA's Medicaid expansion for the state, which is the biggest reason that more than 12% of Floridians don't have health insurance."

"That's the fourth-highest rate in the country," Cohn noted.

But DeSantis, who has said he wants to "make America Florida," appears unmoved by the staggering number of people losing Medicaid in his state as he hits the campaign trail. The Governor relied heavily on large contributors to bring in more than $8 million during the first 24 hours of his presidential bid.

Prior to formally launching his 2024 campaign, DeSantis traveled the country in private jets on the dime of rich and sometimes secret donors, and he is currently facing a Federal Election Commission complaint for unlawfully transferring more than $80 million from a state committee to a super PAC supporting his White House bid.

Late last month, DeSantis' administration insisted it "has a robust outreach campaign" aimed at ensuring people are aware of the hoops they have to jump through to keep their Medicaid coverage, such as income verification.

In Florida, a four-person household must make less than $39,900 in annual income to qualify for Medicaid.

The state's early data indicates that 44% of those who have lost coverage in recent weeks were removed for procedural reasons, like a failure to return paperwork on time.

The figures have drawn outrage from local advocates, who urged DeSantis late last month to pause the Medicaid redetermination process after hearing reports of people losing coverage without receiving any notice from Florida's chronically understaffed Department of Children and Families (DCF).

"One of these individuals is a seven-year-old boy in remission from Leukemia who is now unable to access follow-up—and potentially lifesaving—treatments," a coalition of groups including the Florida Policy Institute and the Florida Health Justice Project wrote to DeSantis. "Families with children have been erroneously terminated, and parents are having trouble reaching the DCF call center for help with this process. Additionally, unclear notices and lack of information on how to appeal contribute to more confusion."

Citing Miriam Harmatz, advocacy director and founder of the Florida Health Justice Project, KFF Health News reported last week that "some cancellation notices in Florida are vague and could violate due process rules."

"Letters that she's seen say 'your Medicaid for this period is ending' rather than providing a specific reason for disenrollment, like having too high an income or incomplete paperwork," the outlet noted. "If a person requests a hearing before their cancellation takes effect, they can stay covered during the appeals process. Even after being disenrolled, many still have a 90-day window to restore coverage."

The Congressional Budget Office recently estimated that around 15.5 million people—including 5 million children—are likely to lose Medicaid coverage nationwide over the next year and a half as states resume eligibility checks made necessary by a system that doesn't guarantee healthcare to all as a right.

"Many people don't realize that they've been disenrolled from Medicaid until they show up at the pharmacy to get their prescription refilled or they have a doctor's appointment scheduled," Jennifer Tolbert, director of state health reform at the Kaiser Family Foundation, told The Washington Post last week.

[doyoueverwonderwhy]

Good news! It's like 50° and I got to go on a lovely run this afternoon! After nearly hitting my step goal just during my little shift at work this morning. 💪

Bad news! I finished that run right in time for my daily mood crash, so now I just want to curl up in a ball on the floor. Doctor appointment tomorrow 🤞

[queerstudiesnatural]

hmmmmm tell me why i suddenly want a baby

[telemiel]

just standing long enough to shower has made my ankle ache, so i'm not feeling very optimistic about work tomorrow :/

[galwaygremlin]

ranty vent post and like this a general 'you':

stop coming to the emergency room for bullshit.

a stuffy nose, toe pain, 'i got dizzy one time three weeks ago', 'i think i have an sti', bullshit. talk to YOUR doctor! go to an urgent care or a free/low-cost clinic! go to your local pharmacy and pick up some tylenol! if you have done all of that and it's still an issue, sure, try the ER, but understand that actual medical emergencies come first and you're gonna be out in that lobby for a while. and also we may not be able to help you anyway. but like! you can problem-solve for minor medical issues on your own! you are not helpless. it is not an emergency.

i don't understand why everyone who comes in those doors with a minor complaint thinks they're first priority, that they'll be admitted to the hospital and see a specialist, that we can do something they can't do at home.

if you think you are having a heart attack or a stroke or a bad infection or suicidal ideation, if you have ingested a substance that's causing you distress, if you have experienced physical trauma, if you are in real bad respiratory distress, by all means, get to an ER however you can. we got you. don't take that to an urgent care, those are real emergencies.

and it's not like we can't take care of more minor and mid-level stuff, like a lot of what i saw yesterday when we had a patient in every single room plus overflow and a full lobby. but we're not an office or a clinic. if it's a routine under-the-weather kinda thing, try other stuff first. please.

[sidras-tak]

Accessibility takes too goddamn fucking long.

My brother was paralyzed in October 2023. We got him home from the hospital (in Texas, when we live in Iowa) in a clunky old hospital chair. He hated it. He was scared and angry and in pain and his life had just changed forever and he couldn’t do anything for himself in that wheelchair. His first goal (aside from learning how to transfer) was to get a wheelchair. My family was lucky enough to afford one so we thought it would be easy enough. Nope.

We couldn’t buy him a wheelchair. He needed a prescription. For a wheelchair. A doctor had to examine him and declare him in need of a wheelchair. It wasn’t good enough that he had scans and tests showing tumors cutting off his spinal cord. He needed his primary care doctor to examine him during a physical and write a prescription. He was making 2-4 transfers a day, tops. He had no energy to get to a doctor. Home health was in and out every day. He had no time to get to a doctor. He didn’t get a prescription for almost a month. Then it had to go through insurance.

We asked if we could skip insurance and just buy a wheelchair for him. Nope. They wouldn’t sell us one, not even at full sticker price. It needed to be approved by Medicare. We ordered a wheelchair, a nice one, a good shade of green, sporty, small. It would let him move around the house. He would be able to cook, to reach drawers and get stuff from the fridge and brush his teeth and put his contacts in at a sink. We were told it would take awhile, maybe two months. Silently we all hoped he would be around to see two more months.

He went on hospice care on a Saturday in March. On Monday, I was calling his friends to come see him before he died. I got a call on his phone. It was the wheelchair company. They were about to order his wheelchair, she said, but there was an issue with insurance— had he stopped being covered by Medicare? Well, yes. When he started hospice care, he got kicked off Medicare. The very nice woman I talked to told me to call her if he resumed Medicare coverage so she could order his wheelchair. He died less than 12 hours later.

We ordered that chair for him in early December. Medicare didn’t approve the order until March. He was dead before they got around to it. He wanted that fucking wheelchair so badly. The only reason he had any semblance of independence and any quality of life for the last five months of his life was because the wheelchair company lent him an old beater chair, a very used model of the chair he ordered. If I could go back and change one thing about his end-of-life, I would get him his dream wheelchair. He told me again and again he couldn’t wait to get it, so that he could feel like a person again. He made the best of what he had with that old beater chair, but it still makes me mad to this day. He was paralyzed. He needed a chair that afforded him dignity. We had the money for it. And yet, we were left waiting for five months, for a chair that wouldn’t even get ordered until the day he died.

[springhillprimarycare]

Family Medicine Doctor Near Me in Brooksville, FL | Dr. Lakshmi Kolli, M.D.

Looking for a reliable family medicine doctor near you in Brooksville, FL? At Spring Hill Primary Care, we provide comprehensive healthcare services for individuals and families of all ages. Our team of experienced and compassionate family medicine physicians is dedicated to delivering personalized care that promotes long-term health and well-being for the entire family.

Whether you need routine check-ups, chronic disease management, or preventive care, our family medicine doctors are here to address your healthcare needs right in the heart of Brooksville.

What is Family Medicine?

Family medicine is a broad medical specialty that focuses on providing continuous and comprehensive healthcare for individuals of all ages. Family doctors are trained to diagnose and treat a wide range of medical conditions, making them the primary point of contact for your healthcare. They are skilled in:

Preventive care (annual physicals, vaccinations, screenings)

Managing chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension, asthma)

Acute care for illnesses or injuries

Pediatric care, women’s health, and men’s health

Mental health support

At our Brooksville office, we strive to build lasting relationships with our patients, enabling us to deliver personalized, family-centered care that emphasizes health education and disease prevention.

Why Choose Spring Hill Primary Care in Brooksville, FL?

When it comes to family medicine, finding a trusted healthcare provider near you is essential. Our clinic stands out in Brooksville for several reasons:

Experienced and Compassionate Care

Our board-certified family medicine doctors have years of experience treating patients across all age groups. We believe in providing personalized care that addresses your unique health concerns while making you feel at ease during every visit.

Convenient Location in Brooksville

Located conveniently in Brooksville, FL, our clinic offers flexible hours, same-day appointments, and easy access for residents in the surrounding areas. We are committed to ensuring that you and your family have access to quality healthcare close to home.

Comprehensive Health Services

From preventive care to chronic disease management, our services cover the full spectrum of your healthcare needs. This includes pediatric care, women’s health, and geriatric care, making us the ideal choice for families looking for a one-stop healthcare provider in Brooksville.

Patient-Centered Approach

We prioritize building strong doctor-patient relationships based on trust, communication, and shared decision-making. We take the time to listen to your concerns, explain treatment options, and involve you in every step of your healthcare journey.

Services We Offer

At Spring Hill Primary Care, we provide a wide range of family medicine services designed to meet the healthcare needs of every family member. These include:

Annual Physicals & Preventive Care: Regular check-ups and preventive screenings help detect potential health issues early and keep you on track for a healthy life.

Chronic Disease Management: We offer personalized care plans to help you manage long-term conditions like diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, and more.

Pediatric Care: From newborns to adolescents, we provide gentle and attentive care for children, ensuring their developmental milestones are met and any health concerns are addressed.

Women’s Health: We provide gynecological exams, family planning, prenatal care, and menopause management to support women at every stage of life.

Men’s Health: Our services include prostate health, cardiovascular screenings, and other preventive care tailored to men’s unique health needs.

Acute Care for Minor Illnesses & Injuries: Whether it’s a cold, flu, or minor injury, our family doctors are here to provide timely care and treatment to help you recover quickly.

Conveniently Located for Brooksville, FL Residents

If you’re searching for “family medicine doctor near me” in Brooksville, FL, you’ll find us located at 10500 Spring Hill Dr. Our location offers easy access from all areas of Brooksville and nearby communities, ensuring that quality family healthcare is always within reach.

We offer flexible appointment scheduling, including same-day visits for urgent needs, and accept most major insurance plans to ensure our services are accessible to all.

Contact Us Today

If you’re ready to experience personalized and comprehensive care from a trusted family medicine doctor in Brooksville, FL, contact Spring Hill Primary Care today. Call us at (352) 835–7155 or use our online booking system to schedule an appointment. We look forward to being your family’s healthcare partner for years to come.

FAQs

1. What conditions do family medicine doctors treat?

Family medicine doctors treat a wide range of conditions, including acute illnesses (like colds and flu), chronic conditions (like diabetes and heart disease), and provide preventive care and health education.

2. Can family medicine doctors perform minor procedures?

Yes, many family doctors perform minor procedures such as suturing wounds, skin biopsies, and administering joint injections, right in the office.

3. How often should I see a family medicine doctor?

It’s recommended to have an annual check-up with your family doctor to monitor your overall health. However, if you have chronic conditions, more frequent visits may be necessary.

[markadam129]

The Role of a Primary Care Physician in Your Health Journey

Definition of a primary care physician

A primary care physician, often referred to as a primary care provider (PCP) or general practitioner (GP) in some countries, is a medical doctor who serves as the first point of contact for patients seeking healthcare services. They play a crucial role in the healthcare system, providing comprehensive and continuous medical care to individuals of all ages, genders, and backgrounds.

The primary responsibilities of a primary care physician include:

Health Maintenance and Preventive Care: They focus on promoting overall health and well-being by providing routine check-ups, vaccinations, screenings, and health education to prevent illnesses and detect health issues early on.

Diagnosis and Treatment: When patients experience health problems or symptoms, primary care physicians evaluate and diagnose their conditions. They offer initial treatment, prescribe medications if necessary, and refer patients to specialists if the condition requires specialized care.

Chronic Disease Management: Primary care physicians manage chronic health conditions like diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and others, monitoring patients' progress and adjusting treatment plans as needed.

Coordination of Care: They act as a central hub for patients' healthcare needs, coordinating care with specialists and other healthcare providers to ensure continuity and comprehensive management of medical conditions.

Patient Advocacy: Primary care physicians advocate for their patients, helping them navigate the healthcare system, understand treatment options, and make informed decisions about their health.

Long-term Relationship: They build long-term relationships with their patients, which allows for a deeper understanding of individual health needs, preferences, and medical history.

Overall, primary care physicians play a vital role in preventive medicine, health promotion, and early intervention. They serve as the foundation of a well-functioning healthcare system, helping to improve overall health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs by addressing health issues at an early stage.

Importance of primary care in the healthcare system

Primary care plays a crucial and foundational role in any healthcare system. Its importance stems from its ability to provide comprehensive, accessible, and continuous medical care to individuals and communities. Here are some key reasons why primary care is vital in the healthcare system:

Preventive Care: Primary care physicians focus on preventive medicine, promoting health and wellness through regular check-ups, vaccinations, screenings, and health education. By emphasizing prevention, primary care helps reduce the incidence of serious illnesses and chronic conditions, ultimately lowering healthcare costs.

Early Detection and Intervention: Primary care providers are often the first to identify health issues and diagnose medical conditions. Early detection allows for timely intervention, increasing the chances of successful treatment and better health outcomes.

Long-Term Relationships: Primary care fosters a continuous and trusting relationship between patients and their physicians. This familiarity enables better understanding of patients' medical history, individual needs, and preferences, leading to more personalized and effective care.

Coordination of Care: Primary care physicians act as the central point of contact for patients' healthcare needs. They coordinate care with specialists, hospitals, and other healthcare providers, ensuring seamless communication and a comprehensive approach to treatment.

Cost-Effectiveness: Studies have shown that healthcare systems with strong primary care components tend to be more cost-effective. By addressing health issues early and preventing complications, primary care can help avoid expensive emergency room visits and hospitalizations.

Addressing Health Disparities: Primary care is often more accessible and available in various communities, including underserved areas. By providing care in these regions, primary care helps address health disparities and ensures that everyone has access to essential healthcare services.

Chronic Disease Management: Primary care physicians play a vital role in managing chronic health conditions. They work with patients to develop personalized treatment plans and monitor their progress, helping to improve the quality of life for individuals with chronic illnesses.

Gatekeeping and Referrals: Primary care providers act as gatekeepers, ensuring that patients receive appropriate and necessary care. They determine when a specialist's expertise is needed and make referrals accordingly, streamlining the healthcare process.

Reducing Hospital Readmissions: Effective primary care can help prevent unnecessary hospital readmissions by ensuring that patients receive adequate follow-up care and support after discharge.

Population Health Management: Primary care contributes to population health management by focusing on community-based healthcare, disease surveillance, and public health initiatives. This proactive approach can identify and address health trends and epidemics at an early stage.

In conclusion, primary care is the backbone of a well-functioning healthcare system. By promoting preventive care, early intervention, and long-term patient-provider relationships, primary care can significantly improve health outcomes, enhance patient satisfaction, and contribute to the overall efficiency and sustainability of the healthcare system.

The Role of a Primary Care Physician in Your Health Journey

The role of a primary care physician (PCP) is essential throughout your entire health journey, from infancy to old age. They serve as a central point of contact and play multiple roles that are crucial to your overall well-being:

First Point of Contact: Your primary care physician is usually the first healthcare professional you see when you have health concerns. They provide initial assessments, diagnose common medical conditions, and offer appropriate treatments or refer you to specialists if necessary.

Preventive Care: Your PCP is responsible for preventive healthcare, including regular check-ups, screenings, and vaccinations. They help you stay proactive about your health and identify potential health risks early on.

Health Promotion and Education: Primary care physicians offer guidance on healthy lifestyle choices, such as diet, exercise, and stress management. They educate you about various health conditions, treatment options, and disease prevention strategies.

Chronic Disease Management: If you have a chronic health condition like diabetes, asthma, hypertension, or arthritis, your primary care physician plays a crucial role in managing your condition. They monitor your health, adjust treatment plans, and work with you to improve your quality of life.

Continuity of Care: Primary care offers continuity in your healthcare experience. By developing a long-term relationship with your PCP, they gain a deeper understanding of your medical history, preferences, and unique health needs. This knowledge facilitates more personalized and effective care.

Coordination of Care: Your primary care physician acts as a care coordinator, ensuring that you receive the appropriate care from specialists, hospitals, or other healthcare providers when needed. They help streamline communication and avoid unnecessary duplications of tests or treatments.

Addressing Acute Illnesses and Injuries: When you experience acute illnesses or injuries, your PCP is there to assess your condition and provide immediate care or refer you to the appropriate facility for more urgent treatment.

Mental Health Support: Primary care physicians also address mental health concerns and refer patients to mental health specialists when necessary. They play a role in promoting overall mental well-being.

Health Advocacy: Your PCP serves as your advocate in the healthcare system, ensuring that your medical needs and concerns are addressed appropriately. They can help you navigate complex medical decisions and treatment options.

Health Monitoring and Follow-up: Your primary care physician monitors your health progress, conducts follow-up visits, and ensures that you are compliant with treatment plans. This proactive approach can help prevent complications and improve health outcomes.

Overall, a primary care physician is a critical partner in your health journey. Their comprehensive care, emphasis on preventive medicine, and long-term relationship with you contribute to better health outcomes, improved quality of life, and a more efficient and cost-effective healthcare experience.

[townpostin]

Health Guru Dr. Payodhi Dhar to Revolutionize Primary Care in Jharkhand

Dr. Payodhi Dhar Aims to Bring Affordable Healthcare to Rural Areas Key Points: • Dr. Dhar plans to establish primary healthcare in 32,620 villages • Initiative aims to prevent migration for medical treatment • Collaboration with government and experts in the pipeline JAMSHEDPUR – Renowned physician Dr. Payodhi Dhar has unveiled an ambitious plan to transform primary healthcare across Jharkhand’s…

[floral-hex]

health whining

Dilemma: breathing trouble. Still. For weeks. Another bad night where I’m afraid to go to sleep.

Options, if I go somewhere:

ER. No copay. Can go right now. Will most definitely feel shitty for presumably wasting their time and will probably be told to see ENT (ENT appointment in almost 2 weeks but issue is affecting me NOW).

Urgent care. There is a copay. I’ll have to wait 2 more hours. If equipment is needed (I dunno, endoscopy scopes. Who knows), they most definitely won’t have it. Will also probably tell me to go see ENT.

[theboardwalkbody]

My mental health journey LOL

Note: Not exact quotes, but the general idea lol

Me, watching psych videos, taking psychology courses, going though psychiatric nursing in the nursing program, reading the DSM-V, and taking psychological assessments for fun: hmmm, I think I might be bipolar.

My 1st psychiatrist: So you mentioned bipolar but I think it may just be major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety with panic disorder. lets try wellbutrin.

Wellbutrin: *almost kills me*

My 1st psychiatrist: Oops! Lets try lexapro and buspar and ativan 1mg 3x a day for your depression and anxiety. Also, ADHD is a possibility but the meds might not be good for you due to the anxiety so lets wait.

Lexapro: *Makes mood fluctuations worse - now going from happy to depressed to pissed off to giddy to severely depressed all in one day*

My 1st psychiatrist: Weird. But lexapro can do that. Here's some Lamictal, it stabilizes mood.

Lamictal: *Helps*

My mental health: *stable but not great*

Me: I don't think these do much, I'm gonna stop.

My 2nd psychiatrist: So based on your history I think we should restart all your meds.

Me: Do you think maybe it's bipolar?

My 2nd psychiatrist: Nah, let's stick with your previous med combo.

Me: OK sure, maybe they did help.

My mental health: *no better than the 1st time*

Me: Nah, I think I'm gonna stop this isnt it.

My 3rd psychiatrist: Hi, first of all - who let you take 3mg of Ativan for years? That's not good. We're not gonna do that. Oh, you're off all your meds? That's fine - let me see how you are baseline.

*months later*

Me: Hey, do you think it could be bipolar or ADHD?

My 3rd psychiatrist: Could be ADHD but I think if we went with stimulants your anxiety would be horrible again and you do have mood fluctuations but they could just be based on your situation. Do you want meds to help? You can always stop them later. We can try the lexapro and buspar again and once your anxiety is under control we can talk about meds for that.

Me: Nah, I'm ok I don't want meds. Besides the lexapro by itself made my mood swings so bad I felt like I was loosing my mind.

My 3rd psychiatrist: That's cool, if you change your mind lemme know.

Me: K.

My 3rd psychiatrist: Hey, so I'm leaving and you're gonna have a new doc.

Me: :(

My 4th psychiatrist, after one session: Right, so you're bipolar.

Me:

My 4th psychiatrist: So your mood got worse on lexapro alone? SSRIs do that with bipolar. Your anxiety is likely a symptom of your bipolar which is why the buspar didn't really help. The ativan was what was calming it because it was basically sedating you to a degree. You say you think it's situational but going through your file you report continued mood fluctuations despite what's going on in your life. You don't adapt to change well, which is also a bipolar symptom. So we should try Vraylar.

Me: That's brand name only, my insurance won't approve it. I'm already fighting them for Taltz, which is also brand name only, so I don't want to throw another thing at them that could distract from that. Besides, I don't want meds in general, let alone anti-psychotics.

My 4th psychiatrist: Anti-psychotics don't mean I think you're psychotic, it's just the type of medication class. We could always try quietipine, that's the same type of med but a generic.

Me: I don't want meds. Especially not that type because I know all the side effects and they scare me.

My 4th psychiatrist: Then why are you here?

Me: I need to have a psychiatrist to approve therapy.

My 4th psychiatrist: OK, we will revisit this.

Me, out of curiosity: *checks after visit notes, sees diagnosis of bipolar, unspecified and adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct*

Me: That sounds fucking rude. >:(

Me, to my therapist: They said I'm bipolar >:(

My therapist: Hear them out...

Me: Do you think maybe possibly it could be bipolar personality disorder?

My therapist: I remember you mentioning that when we first started our sessions together, I can't diagnose so you should bring it up with your psychiatrist.

Me, to myself: Nah, not gonna do that.

My 4th psychiatrist: So, meds?

Me: Fine, but I only want to go back on Lamictal because I don't want to take antipsychotics.

My 4th psychiatrist: What side effect is the one making you feel that way?

Me: Tardive Dyskinesia.

My 4th psychiatrist: That's such a rare thing that really only happens to people on high doses for years and years. Mostly seen with schizophrenia, in my experience, due to the high doses needed. You'd be on 25mg.

Me: Nope. Lamictal or I walk.

My 4th psychiatrist: -__- fine.

Me: Also could we do the buspar again? My anxiety sucks.

My 4th psychiatrist: No. It'll make it worse because your anxiety is a symptom and adding buspar is gonna mess with your existing chemical imbalance and make the lamictal not fight it as well.

Me: >:( I'm pretty sure my anxiety is it's own thing.

My 4th psychiatrist: We'll see.

Me: *back on lamictal. dose started at 50mg and is currently up to 150mg. I was taking buspar as prescribed by my primary doc and I have stopped taking that after switching to 150mg of lamictal*

My 4th psychiatrist: So, how we doin?

Me: I feel better, but I think it's the weather change and the sun being out longer.

My 4th psychiatrist: I'm glad it's working. Let's keep going and I'll check in after a month.

Me: K

Me: *out of curiosity, checks after visit notes: sees diagnosis of bipolar, unspecified, and the adjustment disorder with mixed disturbance of emotions and conduct* Ok, I mean that's what it said last time. And maybe the meds are working and it's not just the change of seasons.

Me: .... wait a minute. *Sees it also now says Bipolar personality Disorder*

Me:

Apparently the moral of the story is only *I* am allowed to suggest I am bipolar and shit and no one else is even though the reason I ever started looking for mental health help in the first place was to figure out what is wrong with my head and fix it.

[queenrinacat]

I work in emergency medicine, and I can tell you that a sense of doom is something we take extremely seriously. A sudden, overwhelming feeling of doom is a symptom of an imminent heart attack. When I worked 911 on an ambulance and a patient reported feeling like the world was about to end, or like they were going to die, even without any other symptoms? We rushed them to the hospital as fast as we possibly could.

I'm saying this from a place of genuine care: if you are seeing ghosts or shadows or having nightmares... and sageing, eggshells, Crystal's, and psychics arent cutting it..

Please.. please... check for things like gas leaks, water damage, vermin. I'm not saying your house isnt haunted, I'm just saying that carbon monoxide poisoning looks a LOT like being haunted.

[mako-ink]

I want to draw so terribly, but my body always feels like it’s breaking down….. guhhh….. cruel world……..