How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
Do you get the FULL RANGE of recommended health tests for your age group, including Pap smears, Mammograms, colonoscopies..etc?
07/20/2012
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I did for years when I had insurance, but I can't anymore..I havent' had a mamagram ever, or pap in 3 yrs.
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
07/20/2012
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i figiure what i dun know wont make me stress out
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
07/20/2012
Our health plan coverage is not sufficient to cover the costs - we just can't afford them.
07/20/2012
I have done all the stupid test the doctors want
07/20/2012
I'm still pretty young, so there aren't many recommended tests for me, but if I can't access it through a free/sliding scale clinic or get it done on my college campus, I don't do it. Not enough money to spare.
07/21/2012
I've got great insurance, but honestly sometimes I just don't have the energy to keep track of and schedule appointments for these things. I'd like to get better at it, though.
07/21/2012
I did when I have insurance. Luckily, the Planned Parenthood near me gives free yearly exams to women so I have access to that. I'm hoping by the time I need one (January) that I have a job and insurance. I recently graduated and am in the process of seeking a job. I am do for some lab work but I can't afford it.
07/21/2012
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I was just thinking about this today. I don't, even though I should.
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
07/21/2012
The only thing they recommend at my age is pap smears and STD testing, but I'm monogamous and always have been so I don't worry about it.
07/21/2012
I do. I'd rather be safe than find out later that something that's now fatal could have been treated years ago with no side effects.
07/21/2012
I am bad. I don't - I need to go to the dermatologist but I hate it!
07/21/2012
I'd never get a pap smear!
08/28/2012
Haven't really been told to have or not yet
08/29/2012
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I try to when I can afford it.
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
08/29/2012
I work in a medical lab so any test that can be ran they do
08/29/2012
I do.
08/29/2012
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i did but not now cause of insurance
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
08/29/2012
I hate going to the doctor so only do the bare minimum.
08/29/2012
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Same here. I'm still young and I think it's ridiculous how many random procedures my doctor thinks I need just because they're "recommended."
Originally posted by
Lioncub
I hate going to the doctor so only do the bare minimum.
08/30/2012
I have only been to a doctor 3 times in the last 15 years, and those three times all had to do with childbirth or childbirth aftercare. I only see a doctor when there is a true necessity for it. This is not a religious issue, but just one of personal philosophy. None of my 3 kids have ever seen a doctor. The oldest is 12.
I see no benefit to me personally in a million tests and "preventative" treatments.
I see no benefit to me personally in a million tests and "preventative" treatments.
08/30/2012
My health is crappy as is, and I basically focus on one terrible illness at a time. I don't get preventative check ups, but I do get flu shots because whenever I don't, I somehow wind up catching the flu due to my weak immune system.
08/30/2012
Only if I'm having any problems.
08/30/2012
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Thanks for reminding me!
Originally posted by
Bignuf
How many people go through the full range of tests that doctors currently recommend?
08/30/2012
Because I don't take care of myself like I should, I am too buzy taking care of everybody else. I am blessed enough to not have many problems.
08/30/2012
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