HOPING TO BE REFERRED TO A CONSULTANT SPECIALISING IN VULVAL DERMATOLOGY
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Hi, Today I went to my surgery, because it is at least 8 years since I was seen by anyone in the "know" regarding LS. Now I'm too fat and no longer flexible enough to do the contortions necessary for me to see the relevant area with mirrors and magic and with no partner to look on my behalf, I thought I should get a check up. I requested a referral which I was told would happen, but I was given a phone call later this afternoon, to say that someone in the surgery had an interest in dermatology and would I prefer to see them rather than wait for an appointment with the dermatology department.
Well, I declined the kind offer, as I would prefer to know that the person looking at my undercarriage had the relevant knowledge, as it is not that common a dermatological condition, although perhaps not as rare as some people think and I couldn't be sure that they would know what to look for. So, now I am hoping that I will get the referral.
I know that the main consultant does specialise in vulval dermatology and would be reassured if I am able to be seen by her. Even if I am seen by someone else in the Department, I would have more confidence that someone specialising in dermatology would have a wider knowledge and experience than a GP in this area.
I also feel that if I can be seen, even annually, by the dermatology department, should a new and effective treatment become available, I would get to know about it and be considered.
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Morrell1951 marieC
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hanny32508 marieC
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After 8 years - for sure good idea to have things checked. Would it be possible once a year? Is it even available? I haven't heard of anything like that here. (BC, Canada)
marieC hanny32508
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Morrell1951 marieC
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Vibrant_Health marieC
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With that, if any one else find a vulvar dermatolgist, please let us know e.g. Europe, Switzerland, Germany, France...
kate207 marieC
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marieC kate207
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marey marieC
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kate207 marieC
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marey marieC
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Please don't see yourself as 'too fat' ...but perhaps rather as someone with a body 'in transition' and visualise yourself as you will become!
Good Luck with your appointment...is it too late to accept the offer you had? If you are anxious for a conventional diagnosis?
Love marey
marieC marey
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marey marieC
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I like the analogy marie....Good Luck.
If you're seen immed you can still have monitoring dates as well.
oh marie cancer is a state of mind...and the worrying about it can be the manifestation of it...ie people do find it if they look long enough...probe far enough and interfer enough....but yes checking is important...just don't get pulled around! Or have your bits cut off.
A mirror with legs self supporting on your bed is very helpful...together with illumination x
marey marieC
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Morrell1951 marieC
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kate207 marieC
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