Doctors!

[Tea1234]

My Doctor won't refer me again to the Rheumatologist again. Pins and needles and numbness, plus swollen joint and pain. Won't even confirm that I may have Fibromyalgia....so fed up with the system.

Thanks for listening to my rant. Hope everyone has a lovely day!

Tea123

[Admin_AFMCG Partner]

Welcome to the AFMCG Community Tea1234 !

Sorry you are experiencing issues with your GP not referring you and problems getting a diagnosis. If s/he wont refer you then they should be making the diagnosis themselves. Have you tried seeing another GP in the practice? If still remains dismissive you might need to write to the practice manager to complain, this link might help you;

which.co.uk/consumer-rights...

As a newbie, I've noticed you haven't locked this post to the community and this means it is open to be read by anyone on the internet. Locking it means that only the first few lines can be read, here's the link to do this;

healthunlocked.com/afmcguk/...

I wish you all the best with your diagnosis journey, do keep us posted

Emma

[Sarahvit]

You are discribing neuropathy. Have you been diagnosed with neuropathy? The swollen joints is another issue rheumatoid arthritis? You may need to see a new doctor to get answers. If your doctor isn’t doing their job fire him and seek out a new doctor. You have the right to quality care.

[Tea1234 in reply to Sarahvit]

No to both of them, seen neurologist under twelve months ago, who said my test were good... No way to turn but to keep a positive mindset and carry on. Thanks

Tea123

[Admin_AFMCG Partner]

Sound like you might need to ask for a second opinion maybe ?