No tests

chrissycat
chrissycat Member Posts: 28
edited 3. Sep 2009, 09:54 in Living with Arthritis archive
Hi everyone

I went to my GP on Friday. And he still won't do an xray. He said that it was due to the radiation etc.
I explained that the podiatrists I'd seen had all seemed surprised that I hadn't had one. Anyway he's going to contact the last one I saw to speak to him. So maybe something might happen at last.

Does anyone know how to find a surgery that would have a GP that knows about arthritis? I've seen about 6 GPs at this place and each one refused to do an xray or any tests.

My OH was incensed to say the least. He thinks I've got ME/Chronic Fatique Syndrome as he's been on a website and I've got most of the symptoms.

I'm at a loss to what to do next?

Thanks

Christine
xx

Comments

  • ninakang
    ninakang Member Posts: 1,367
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Christine

    I don't know how you'd go about finding a GP who knows about arthritis but you could try making a complaint to the practise manager and explaining all you just did in your last post. Something might be done then?

    Are you seeing a consultant at the hospital or waiting to be referred? It might be worth keeping a diary of your symptoms.

    If you're not satisfied with the way the practise handle your complaint, they should give you information on how to take it further.

    Nx
  • chrissycat
    chrissycat Member Posts: 28
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Nina

    OMG this about my 5th attempt to post something. I keep hitting the wrong keys...

    My GP said he was going to speak to the podiatrist so hopefully I'll hear from him soon. :)
    I did see a consultant but he didn't say much, it was only when I saw the letter at the drs that I saw the words osteoarthritis.:(
    I did have tests to rule out RA, but the GP who did them was only there temporarily.

    I have a friend whose girlfriend is a paediatric rheumatologist, so I'm going to speak to her for some advice.

    Anyway onwards and upwards, hopefully.. :):)

    Take care
    Christine
    x