Coming Out to Your Doctor
Do you think it’s a good idea to come out to your primary care giver?
posted by Affirmation at 06:43
06 February 2007
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4 Comments:
I think it is essential unless you live a celibate life. Your doctor should be educated enough not to be homophobic.
Onanite
My doctor, upon learning that I way gay, prescribed iron pills (assuming that I was anemic due to blood loss from anal sex) and added a "special handling" charge onto my invoice for my blood work.
I found another doctor.
Medicine is a business, just like anything else. Doctors are there to provide a service. Yes, let your doctor know you're lesbian or gay - definitely. He/she can help you manage your health and ensure the quality of your life.
If your doctor, is in fact, homophobic, move on. Life is way too short to people-please a medical provider who is strictly there for your needs - not the other way around...
IMHO,
Mark
wow Howller, that is crazy, good work finding a new doctor. My situation is a little odd, where i knew my doctor and he knew i was gay before he was my doctor.. but yes i definitely think your doctor needs to know
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