Strix Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Oh, that's a whole new issue - don't get me at started! Every time I speak to them, the receptionists always, every single time, ask me what it's for. Whether i'm speaking to them about me or the kids, they always want to know. I have no idea why they do this but it can be a little bit awkward when the waiting room is full of patients listening!! She's probably trying to work out if you can just see a nurse practitioner or if it's necessary for you to see a GP. You don't HAVE to discuss your condition with the receptionist, but if it's something a nurse practitioner could deal with, please don't occupy a GP appointment - as you've encountered already, their time is already in stupidly high demand. Perhaps you can suggest that it's inappropriate to discuss your condition in public and request a private area if it's absolutely essential - that'll probably put her off. She'd have to get out of her chair Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANGELFIRE1 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 As a "customer" that has to see the quack fairly frequently I think you shot yourself in the foot to be honest, if I am requested by the Doc to return for any reason, I book an appointment before leaving the building. I understand my post is not helpfull to you, but maybe next time you have to revisit, you will book before leaving. I would attend the "urgent slot" hour anyway, despite what the receptionist says. They are not qualified to comment on ANY condition. Good luck. Angel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
medusa Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 I don't think you can develop an immunity to a steroid cream... No, but the steroid could still be insufficiently potent to stop the inflammatory process if the eczema is becoming more inflamed over time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tomataheeed Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Oh, that's a whole new issue - don't get me at started! Every time I speak to them, the receptionists always, every single time, ask me what it's for. Whether i'm speaking to them about me or the kids, they always want to know. I have no idea why they do this but it can be a little bit awkward when the waiting room is full of patients listening!! When I get "...whats wrong wi yer ?"... I wish I could reply with "I don't know...thats why I'm booking an appointment with someone thats had some medical training..." I'm sure receptionists don't have an easy job, but they can be rather unpleasant. As others have said...just turn up, and if they challenge you on it, all you have to do is explain that YOU felt it was sufficiently urgent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bollie Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 I don't think you can develop an immunity to a steroid cream... Tried em all over the years. Betnovate, Fucidin, Fucibet, Lipocream, hydrocortisone....they all stop working after a while Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strix Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Have you tried altering your diet too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bollie Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 When I get "...whats wrong wi yer ?"... I wish I could reply with "I don't know...thats why I'm booking an appointment with someone thats had some medical training..." I'm sure receptionists don't have an easy job, but they can be rather unpleasant. As others have said...just turn up, and if they challenge you on it, all you have to do is explain that YOU felt it was sufficiently urgent. Oh how I wish I had the guts to say that! Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BHRemovals Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 go to nhs drop in center on broad lane Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janie48 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Oh how I wish I had the guts to say that! Love it! Bollie.It appears you have had the condition for a very long time,having been prescribed all those treatments. Have you ever seen a Dermatologist? If not i suggest you ask your GP to refer you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyclone Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 No, but the steroid could still be insufficiently potent to stop the inflammatory process if the eczema is becoming more inflamed over time. Well, yeah, but that's not an immunity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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