| Doctors 14:49 - Nov 24 with 6628 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
I really need a new prescription of my thyroid tablets for an underactive thyroid and have been without them for 7 days (I'm starting to feel wierd). My problem is that I have really bad anxiety, so much so that I'm scared to make a phone call so I haven't phoned to reorder them. Really need these tablets but to order them I will have to speak to the receptionist who is alway angry because I haven't ordered them sooner (I think she suffers from PMT or depression)
Am I within my rights to call them and demand to only speak to the doctor who will give me sympathy and guidance or will I have to go through the angry woman on the front desk?
I do really need these tablets as I could go into a coma if I don't take them and it's been a week since I last took them. However, to do so I have to succumb to the venomous wrath of the angry woman. She is so angry it makes me shake. No word of a lie [Post edited 24 Nov 2022 14:52]
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| Doctors on 16:43 - Nov 24 with 1785 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 16:33 - Nov 24 by MalcolmMeatballHead |
I'm not saying anything else on this matter in case of being called a troll. Why the hell would I make these health conditions up?
For anyone interested in putting a mate up for a few weeks as he got evicted and is awaiting a new home. He saw me in tears and took it upon himself to call my GP on my behalf. I can pick 2 weeks worth of levothyroxine up tomorrow morning but have to also have a blood test in about a week
To those who offered support I thank you. To those who have been nasty I just hope your dad/brother/son never goes through the hell I'm going through. I'm even getting to the point where I'm scared to open up on here in case I'm ridiculed and accused of being on a wind up. What a bullying bunch some of you are!
As I've said, this really was a genuine post from a bloke in need |
I meant to say I'm puttin a mate up | | | |
| Doctors on 16:46 - Nov 24 with 1784 views | Illinoisblue |
| Doctors on 16:15 - Nov 24 by MalcolmMeatballHead |
I have anxiety, PTSD, hypothyroidism and coeliac. Believe what you want but people like you are the reason men don't cry for help. Absolute idiot |
Where do you think your PTSD stems from? |  |
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| Doctors on 16:47 - Nov 24 with 1786 views | hype313 |
| Doctors on 16:42 - Nov 24 by MalcolmMeatballHead |
We are always being told men should speak out for help when in need. I done so on the only platform i can and have been absolutely demonised.
As I said many times in this thread, it was a genuine question from a bloke who is absolutely broken. Have I trolled before? Maybe. Hand on heart though this was genuine. If you don't believe me then screw you
I'm going for a walk down the river Stour (in the rain). |
I find your trolling, especially in regards to mental health quite distasteful if I'm honest.
There could be other men to afraid to ask for help because you have been playing the class clown on here and using it as an excuse which is incredibly unpalatable.
Maybe you should think twice before trying to make a joke out of a subject that is close to a lot people hearts on here.
Also, 20 minutes ago you said you couldn't leave the house due to anxiety, now you're off for a walk?
it's as plain as day your are trolling.
Div list you go. |  |
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| Doctors on 17:01 - Nov 24 with 1716 views | clive_baker |
| Doctors on 16:47 - Nov 24 by hype313 |
I find your trolling, especially in regards to mental health quite distasteful if I'm honest.
There could be other men to afraid to ask for help because you have been playing the class clown on here and using it as an excuse which is incredibly unpalatable.
Maybe you should think twice before trying to make a joke out of a subject that is close to a lot people hearts on here.
Also, 20 minutes ago you said you couldn't leave the house due to anxiety, now you're off for a walk?
it's as plain as day your are trolling.
Div list you go. |
Perhaps I'm naive but I think it's probably safer to assume someone is genuine if they're posting something of this nature. It feels to me that the downside risk of not doing so far outweighs the upside potential of 'outing' a troll. |  |
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| Doctors on 17:05 - Nov 24 with 1698 views | MattinLondon |
| Doctors on 17:01 - Nov 24 by clive_baker |
Perhaps I'm naive but I think it's probably safer to assume someone is genuine if they're posting something of this nature. It feels to me that the downside risk of not doing so far outweighs the upside potential of 'outing' a troll. |
That’s what I think as well. |  | | |
| Doctors on 17:06 - Nov 24 with 1694 views | gtsb1966 |
Don't know if this post is genuine or a wind up. I'm on levothyroxine. Not taking it won't kill you ( short to medium turn) but will make you very tired and can make you feel like you have flu symptoms. Long term an untreated or too low a dose of medication will have a very serious consequence on your health and yes could kill you. You should have a blood test once a year to determine what dose to take. I'm currently on 125mcg , up 25, as my dose was too low. You then have a test every 3 months until you get to the right level. An underactive thyroid is a serious condition and should be treated as so. If anyone feels continuously tired,starts putting on weight and (not always) gets aching joints, go get a blood test. |  | | |
| Doctors on 17:12 - Nov 24 with 1671 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:01 - Nov 24 by clive_baker |
Perhaps I'm naive but I think it's probably safer to assume someone is genuine if they're posting something of this nature. It feels to me that the downside risk of not doing so far outweighs the upside potential of 'outing' a troll. |
Thank you and it really was a genuine post. Really upset me how some have reacted tbh.
Cheers to those who have offered advice/ kind words. All the best to you all and sorry if you thought I was on a wind up- I really wasn't and that is so true | | | |
| Doctors on 17:14 - Nov 24 with 1650 views | Ryorry |
| Doctors on 17:01 - Nov 24 by clive_baker |
Perhaps I'm naive but I think it's probably safer to assume someone is genuine if they're posting something of this nature. It feels to me that the downside risk of not doing so far outweighs the upside potential of 'outing' a troll. |
According to him, he's previously won £2million on the lotto, £1million from a bet, has a wife, 5 kids including a 13 yr old, has spent several afternoons on wild hen chases walking/getting train looking to buy eggs in Colchester & Manningtee (but is also house-bound in his "squalid" flat due to anxiety)'; has no friends apart from 60-82 year women who can't keep away from him - and yet he doesn't have the means to request a prescription online, nor anyone who can collect one for him.
Sorry, but I'm with Hype on this. |  |
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| Doctors on 17:16 - Nov 24 with 1642 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:14 - Nov 24 by Ryorry |
According to him, he's previously won £2million on the lotto, £1million from a bet, has a wife, 5 kids including a 13 yr old, has spent several afternoons on wild hen chases walking/getting train looking to buy eggs in Colchester & Manningtee (but is also house-bound in his "squalid" flat due to anxiety)'; has no friends apart from 60-82 year women who can't keep away from him - and yet he doesn't have the means to request a prescription online, nor anyone who can collect one for him.
Sorry, but I'm with Hype on this. |
As I said, have I trolled before? Yes
This was a genuine post though | | | |
| Doctors on 17:22 - Nov 24 with 1599 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:06 - Nov 24 by gtsb1966 |
Don't know if this post is genuine or a wind up. I'm on levothyroxine. Not taking it won't kill you ( short to medium turn) but will make you very tired and can make you feel like you have flu symptoms. Long term an untreated or too low a dose of medication will have a very serious consequence on your health and yes could kill you. You should have a blood test once a year to determine what dose to take. I'm currently on 125mcg , up 25, as my dose was too low. You then have a test every 3 months until you get to the right level. An underactive thyroid is a serious condition and should be treated as so. If anyone feels continuously tired,starts putting on weight and (not always) gets aching joints, go get a blood test. |
Thank you so much for the reply. I'm also on 125 of levothyroxine a day. You mention blood tests and the reason the receptionist gets so Mardy with me is because I haven't had my thyroid levels checked for about a year. I just can't face going and sitting in a waiting room with everyone looking at me. It's madness how anxiety can do this to you.
To the person who asked where the PTSD stems from it's a long story. Bullying from an ex boss and an ex wife, sorry to be so vague but it would take ages to explain. | | | |
| Doctors on 17:26 - Nov 24 with 1588 views | SlippinJimmyJuan |
| Doctors on 17:16 - Nov 24 by MalcolmMeatballHead |
As I said, have I trolled before? Yes
This was a genuine post though |
The rest of your posting is pretty harmless and so unfunny that it is amusing to see what comes next, but health is not really to be joked about. I choose to believe that you're being genuine about this topic because if nothing else, the good advice you've received would be helpful to someone actually facing this situation.
Only a very disturbed individual with no regard for anybody else would seek to troll generally kindhearted individuals about this sort of thing.
Good luck to you, Malcolm. |  |
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| Doctors on 17:29 - Nov 24 with 1578 views | gainsboroughblue |
If this is a genuine post, then you have my sympathy and support as a fellow forum member. I work in mental health so I'm hard wired to take posts like this at face value and willing to risk being trolled, or ridiculed, rather than to hear that something tragic has happened.
However, you are more a victim of your previous postings with some of the reactions here. If used respectfully, this forum is an excellent sounding board for people who are going through a tough time. I can count on one hand the people I know on here personally, but there are dozens of people on here , that I know will be comforting and helpful while following through with any offers of support.
Maybe there's a lesson here in that if you act a certain way 99% of the time, you may struggle to get taken seriously for that 1% when you are genuinely in need. |  |
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| Doctors on 17:29 - Nov 24 with 1572 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:26 - Nov 24 by SlippinJimmyJuan |
The rest of your posting is pretty harmless and so unfunny that it is amusing to see what comes next, but health is not really to be joked about. I choose to believe that you're being genuine about this topic because if nothing else, the good advice you've received would be helpful to someone actually facing this situation.
Only a very disturbed individual with no regard for anybody else would seek to troll generally kindhearted individuals about this sort of thing.
Good luck to you, Malcolm. |
That's lovely, thanks. Im not a complete sicko that I would joke about mental health and health in general. I appreciate the kind words so cheers | | | |
| Doctors on 17:31 - Nov 24 with 1554 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:29 - Nov 24 by gainsboroughblue |
If this is a genuine post, then you have my sympathy and support as a fellow forum member. I work in mental health so I'm hard wired to take posts like this at face value and willing to risk being trolled, or ridiculed, rather than to hear that something tragic has happened.
However, you are more a victim of your previous postings with some of the reactions here. If used respectfully, this forum is an excellent sounding board for people who are going through a tough time. I can count on one hand the people I know on here personally, but there are dozens of people on here , that I know will be comforting and helpful while following through with any offers of support.
Maybe there's a lesson here in that if you act a certain way 99% of the time, you may struggle to get taken seriously for that 1% when you are genuinely in need. |
I get that. Like the boy who cried wolf I have only myself to blame. I appreciate the kind words though | | | |
| Doctors on 17:31 - Nov 24 with 1551 views | gtsb1966 |
| Doctors on 17:22 - Nov 24 by MalcolmMeatballHead |
Thank you so much for the reply. I'm also on 125 of levothyroxine a day. You mention blood tests and the reason the receptionist gets so Mardy with me is because I haven't had my thyroid levels checked for about a year. I just can't face going and sitting in a waiting room with everyone looking at me. It's madness how anxiety can do this to you.
To the person who asked where the PTSD stems from it's a long story. Bullying from an ex boss and an ex wife, sorry to be so vague but it would take ages to explain. |
Blood tests are done by appointment. Get the first one of the day. Straight in straight out. | | | |
| Doctors on 17:34 - Nov 24 with 1532 views | ElephantintheRoom |
You have the option of the NHS app or web site to order repeat prescriptions - and loads of private companies deliver repeat prescriptions to your door. The bad news is you’ll need an access code from Madame Grumpy. Also you don’t need to go yourself - anyone can request and pick up your prescription- neighbour, family member etc.
Lots of options - I’m sure your practice will be pleased to help | |
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| Doctors on 17:43 - Nov 24 with 1510 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:31 - Nov 24 by gtsb1966 |
Blood tests are done by appointment. Get the first one of the day. Straight in straight out. |
Cheers again. I have a blood test soon. It just absolutely distraughts me having to walk through a waiting room full of people. As I say I'm not looking for sympathy but it really does ruin your life. It's hell on earth living this life and I'm saying too much and being abused too much so I will leave it be.
Someone said earlier why am I going for a walk if I have anxiety and are housebound? Firstly I've never said I'm housebound and also I was going for a walk into town to pick up my meds as the doctors called and fast tracked it so I can collect before 6. However, as ridiculous as it sounds I don't actually have a coat and I can't go out in this rain.
Rain or sunshine I will be at the pharmacy first thing tomorrow. | | | |
| Doctors on 17:44 - Nov 24 with 1503 views | Ryorry |
| Doctors on 17:34 - Nov 24 by ElephantintheRoom |
You have the option of the NHS app or web site to order repeat prescriptions - and loads of private companies deliver repeat prescriptions to your door. The bad news is you’ll need an access code from Madame Grumpy. Also you don’t need to go yourself - anyone can request and pick up your prescription- neighbour, family member etc.
Lots of options - I’m sure your practice will be pleased to help |
Agree with your gist, but anyone who has a chronic medical condition (he says he should have regular thyroid level tests & takes regular medication) will already have a repeat prescription in place, and can order their script/meds online as I do, without the need for any human intervention at all.
They can then be picked up by anyone - incl. community volunteer/s - and delivered to his door. | |
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| Doctors on 17:47 - Nov 24 with 1482 views | jeera |
111.
As in, call 111 for advice.
Would be the obvious thing to do. [Post edited 24 Nov 2022 17:48]
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| Doctors on 17:47 - Nov 24 with 1482 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:44 - Nov 24 by Ryorry |
Agree with your gist, but anyone who has a chronic medical condition (he says he should have regular thyroid level tests & takes regular medication) will already have a repeat prescription in place, and can order their script/meds online as I do, without the need for any human intervention at all.
They can then be picked up by anyone - incl. community volunteer/s - and delivered to his door. |
I genuinely didn't know this Ryorry | | | |
| Doctors on 17:52 - Nov 24 with 1462 views | Ryorry |
Ok. Now how about apologising for the 'PMT' sexist jibe in your OP? Maybe stuff like that is why the receptionist is "mardy" towards you? | |
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| Doctors on 17:56 - Nov 24 with 1453 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 17:52 - Nov 24 by Ryorry |
Ok. Now how about apologising for the 'PMT' sexist jibe in your OP? Maybe stuff like that is why the receptionist is "mardy" towards you? |
You make a valid point and I am genuinely sorry for the offence those words caused to anyone. Proper mean that I really do. I was just a mess at the point of posting. I am sorry | | | |
| Doctors on 17:56 - Nov 24 with 1453 views | factual_blue |
You're only 'starting' to feel wierd (sic)? |  |
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| Doctors on 18:13 - Nov 24 with 1402 views | J2BLUE |
| Doctors on 17:01 - Nov 24 by clive_baker |
Perhaps I'm naive but I think it's probably safer to assume someone is genuine if they're posting something of this nature. It feels to me that the downside risk of not doing so far outweighs the upside potential of 'outing' a troll. |
Agree, that is why I replied with a serious post. |  |
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| Doctors on 18:29 - Nov 24 with 1376 views | MalcolmMeatballHead |
| Doctors on 18:13 - Nov 24 by J2BLUE |
Agree, that is why I replied with a serious post. |
Thanks J2. It really was a genuine post and I don't know how much mor I need to say this. Have I trolled before? Is this a serious post? Yes
Seriously I don't even want to log on to the board anymore due to the abuse I'm getting. Absolutely no need. If you think I'm trolling block me. If you have nothing nice to say then don't say anything. If you've given me kind words of support then I give you my thanks
Edit: thanks Clive_Baker for the kind words too [Post edited 24 Nov 2022 18:40]
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