I finally decided to do with the Clinic physician told me to do. Well, 1/3 of what she told me to do. She told me to start taking statins (rejected), get a cat scan (rejected) and see a urologist (unwillingly accepted). Finally picked up the phone and made an appointment for a urology consult. If the urologist sends me for a cat scan – I might do it.
I had to bribe myself. I will give myself a small reward for making the call. And, if I actually go and do what the urologist says – then I get a big treat. A massive treat if many tests are required (and done).
I sort of wanted someone (other than the physician who was practicing defensive medicine) tell me what to do. Carlton said “I don’t know why you would do anything, but do what ever you want.” The nurse I work for finally allowed as how “you know the urology practice here – they are nice guys”. It decided that was about the only advice I was going to get. And, old hospital nurses are real reluctant to go to the doctor themselves.
But, I can still cancel the appointment, it is Thursday. So only a small treat is in order. Maybe a new app for the iPod. Or a tune or two.