A CT scan should be more than enough to identify any palpable masses in the abdomen. I don't quite understand why they didn't specify exactly what was felt during the abdominal exam. As for whether the aorta can be palpated, that's actually quite easy to determine through a simple physical examination without needing any fancy technology...
Please, let’s try to maintain a bit more decorum; I know you all are capable of being polite when you choose to be . And by the way, the thyroid isn't the answer to every single question...
I didn't say there weren't any options; in fact, if you're looking to supplement 😁 then I'd suggest going with some vitamin supplements. I'm not trying to sell you anything, but maybe try some multivitamins for long-term use—I've used things like Centrum before, they worked fine for me for a couple of months and cost about thirty bucks
He's essentially suggesting that vitamins aren't stimulants; they'll only alleviate symptoms if you're dealing with a specific vitamin deficiency—which seems unlikely—or a condition specifically targeted by vitamin therapy
legally speaking (though other professionals might weigh in 😁): one test, zero tests 😁 Essentially, if the patient remains asymptomatic, no further action is required. If you find yourself feeling anxious, you could always re-run a complete blood count in about a week... though, naturally, if any symptoms indicative of anemia arise, you should repeat it immediately
jadesailor14, you’ve actually been on this forum even longer than I have... I feel so much better just talking to you, though I sometimes worry I might be becoming addicted😁
My myelocyte count doesn't look concerning to me since the numbers aren't significant, though I am slightly puzzled by a normal sedimentation rate alongside a shift toward neutrophils in the CBC. What are the eosinophil and basophil levels?
Personal culture also involves embracing diversity and practicing tolerance toward different dialects; by that logic, every doctor in NYC should stop using regional slang (though, for the record, I always stick to standard American English when speaking with patients)
I took your comments as being completely well-intentioned, and I hope I read that right—I'm certainly not upset with you Naturally, I don't speak to my patients this way 😁 though I do occasionally adapt my vocabulary to better connect with them, particularly when working with the elderly
Hmm... it’s not that I don't know them, but maybe there's just some resistance toward certain types of forced, "cultured" behavior... I don't usually go on, for crying out loud, but I'm certainly not lacking in vocabulary (not that I value people who use fancy words any less) whenever I have the chance to express myself in a more casual way...
It’s crazy how casually everyone talks about money... I mean, we aren't talking about billions here, but when you consider that all of this can be covered by your insurance at the hospital for free... God help us 😁 As for the ER (assuming we're talking about an urgent care clinic): there isn't much more they could actually do for you. Personally, when I'm on call in the ER, I perform a clinical neurological exam to try and diagnose whatever I can through physical assessment—things like vertigo that don't necessarily require a specialist. But honestly, from what I know, these clinics just don't have the diagnostic tools they need, so you can't really expect much more from them. That's just the way the American healthcare system works. Though, I'll admit, you find all sorts of doctors in the ER because medical school doesn't teach us anything about emergency medicine. You either educate yourself if you're interested in ER work, or you get thrown into the deep end without warning 😁
Heh The area to the left of the gallbladder isn't the appendix 😁 It’s possible you're dealing with kidney stones if that pain is radiating from your back toward your abdomen Or it could be ovarian issues It might be wise to head to the ER just to be safe...