WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for May, 2008: Re: GENERAL: physical exam.== what all is involved.

Re: GENERAL: physical exam.== what all is involved.

From: Hope Waltman (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Sat, 10 May 2008 09:47:32 -0500 (CDT)

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I think a good internist (family doctor) would do the usual tests - blood work, check ankles, fill stomach areas, listen to heart, ask about urine/bowels, even do a pelvic exam if you want it done (and if a problem refer you to a gyn). IF tests/or problems occur the internist would refer and set-up appointments for specialists in that area. When in doubt ask the doctor what they consider a 'complete physical' because they may want ekg and other tests/exams.

If you are asked what tests you had and you don't remember have the doctor get a copy of your files from your family doctor. Also - some of your tests may still be good (timeframe) for the other doctors visit and you can save money and time by not having to get them again.

When I go to new doctors, I ALWAYS ask them to send a courtesy letter back to my Family Doctor -- this way ALL my records are in one file and my physician is aware of what happened during each visit. Plus the two doctors can always communicate on the phone about the situation, which I know for a fact many times has happened with my medical situations!

Another thing patients can do is ask for copies of each of their medical situations at the time it happens. (I sometimes carry a folder with me into the doctor visit with paperwork that relates to that medical problem. It comes in handy because it also contains my questions and diary of what symptoms I am having and dates/times. Many times the doctors will be happy for the information -- and the patient can answer the questions fast and correctly.)

Regards, Hope Waltman, Fibroid Forum and WH Forum Moderator

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At Fri, 9 May 2008, D wrote: >
>on my questionair for my new doctor, He asks have I ever had a
>"complete physical"? Do you know what that means. I've had alot of
>tests from multiple doctors. I had a pre surgery physical,(reflexes,
>strength in hands, feet ect), I had paps done, Did not have a breast
>exam. blood work was done prior to surgery & I had an ekg. urologist
>did urodynamic testing,
>
>so is my answer yes?
>
>Sorry if this seems like a dumb question, I'm kind of embarrased to ask
>this. I really don't know.
>
>Thanks
>D

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