Today, after months of random vomiting with no apparent cause, I finally got some tests done. The doctor says there's nothing wrong with me and that it's all just in my head. Great. FML
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Today, I hit the six-year mark for daily vomiting. All the doctor can say is that it's psychological. FML
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Today, I went to see a doctor because I have been feeling of pressure in my chest. After running numerous tests, I was told I was perfectly healthy and had nothing to worry about. I made it as far as the front door before I collapsed and had to be rushed to the hospital. FML
Today, I felt a very sharp pain, like my appendix was going to burst. After going to the doctor, I was rushed to the hospital to get tests done. The doctors later told me there's nothing wrong, I was just constipated. I went to the hospital for them to basically tell me I'm full of shit. FML
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onealmxwilson 18
You should have vomited in his office and then asked if that was in your head too.
toowie_fml 20
I was doing that for awhile, later I came to realize that it was because I was stressed about something that I kept denying.
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Comments (128)
PenguinBitch 44
Previously on "I Didn't Know I was Pregnant."
IllestRated 17
Tell Dr. House I said hi
airhead2015 18
It COULD potentially not be something wrong with your body, but instead mental factors (stress, maybe something is disgusting you involuntarily, like some spices that tend to make people gag)? Or your doctor could be wrong. Lol I once dislocated my shoulder and didn't go to the doctor for a month, he claimed there was nothing wrong and that I'm just weak (cause after the incident I had problems doing shoulder required stuff, throwing, push ups, etc.).
DaMann360 19
Obamacare is shit
worldclassrager 41
I think you might be allergic to something you might be eating...maybe a little blood work would be better..
peacefully84 19
I had a neurologist tell me that about my dizzy spells once... turned out to be high blood pressure. Get a second opinion.
allplayedout 20
I spent almost three years getting passed around by doctors who either told me my constant nausea, crushing fatigue, random dizziness/fainting, reality-altering headaches etc were either conveniently whatever their speciality was in or just "nothing." I finally found a nurse practitioner with her own office who was willing to do and redo a lot of tests including ones for autoimmune issues that previous doctors had thrown out because my numbers weren't quite high or low enough. I just found out I have a thyroid disease a few weeks ago and will probably know more soon as I get more tests back. I do a lot of my own research about symptoms and possibilities on forums as well (which can be really helpful when asking questions of a physician). Bottom line: you HAVE to be your own advocate. This doctor is clearly uncaring if not borderline incompetent--the first thing you need to do is find a healthcare professional who will listen to your concerns and work with you. Invisible illnesses require finesse, up-to-date knowledge, and individual patient treatment, not a blanket application of textbook technique. I definitely recommend finding an NP rather than a doctor to start, by the way; my best healthcare providers have always been nurses and an NP has basically all the authority of a doctor and can refer you to specialists as well. Sorry for the giant post. I'm not usually so serious. Good luck OP.
rocker_chick105 31
Most "hypochondriacs" worry about the smallest thing wrong being a life or death situation (says a quick Google search). I feel like vomiting randomly isn't a small thing.
Bowmana 14
Over stressed? Any significant changes in your life lately? Otherwise try a different doctor, a nurse practitioner, or go to a health clinic. Doctors can often overlook a lot of stuff, as weird as it sounds.
Km1490 20
you could get a second opinion..