Me Again Sorry

[ally1]

I posted a month or so ago about my gp referring me to a neurologist.
I do know the referral has been done because my surgery confirmed this on 6th June. Not sure if it was done that day or whether it was sent prior to this call. So assuming it was sent on the 6th, I realise it's too soon to receive an appointment yet. I understand that.
Also realise when I get the appt, there will be a wait, again I understand that.
The thing that worrying and scaring me, over the past 10 days to a fortnight, my left leg is almost numb to my groin and right leg now numb just above my knee. Also, my hands and parts of my lower arms have pins and needles/numbness. To me this is pretty quick/rapid.
Also finding my bones feel achy.
No idea if this is normal or something to be concerned about.
My walker is a great help and go for a walk everyday and been doing this ever since I got the walker so in my opinion it's not due to a sudden few days walking.
Do other members with bad neuropathy and have seen a neurologist, have or have had this.

 

[Juicyj]

Hi @ally1 sorry to hear this. If I was you I'd get back into your GP asap as this needs speeding up, the fact you've said this has been rapid means it needs urgent attention now and waiting for an appointment will cause you further anxiety, sorry I can't help further but hope you get some answers soon.

 

[Bluetit1802]

I agree this needs speeding up. Maybe your GP only referred you for a routine appointment. They have a choice between urgent and routine. So please check which it is, and make sure it is an urgent referral.

 

[ally1]

Hi @ally1 sorry to hear this. If I was you I'd get back into your GP asap as this needs speeding up, the fact you've said this has been rapid means it needs urgent attention now and waiting for an appointment will cause you further anxiety, sorry I can't help further but hope you get some answers soon.

Thank you. I thought I post here first to see what others thought.
I daren"t look on Google in case I start to think it could be something to be scares about

 

[ally1]

I agree this needs speeding up. Maybe your GP only referred you for a routine appointment. They have a choice between urgent and routine. So please check which it is, and make sure it is an urgent referral.

I do remember my gp saying that he wanted me to be seen sooner rather then later. My go is off on Wednesdays x

 

[Juicyj]

I do remember my gp saying that he wanted me to be seen sooner rather then later. My go is off on Wednesdays x

I don't think it matters who sees you but call in first thing as soon as the appointment line is open to get an urgent appointment, your notes will be on the system so it should be ok, hopefully you can get an appointment tomorrow and get fast tracked, best wishes J

 

[ally1]

I don't think it matters who sees you but call in first thing as soon as the appointment line is open to get an urgent appointment, your notes will be on the system so it should be ok, hopefully you can get an appointment tomorrow and get fast tracked, best wishes J

Thank you

 

[lucylocket61]

Thank you

will be thinking of you and sending virtual positive vibes x

 

[Jenny15]

I have been thinking about you Ally and your neurology referral all this time and hoping you would be seen soon. Sorry to hear you are having these symptoms and I hope your appointment gets fast tracked. Sending you hugs and best wishes. xx

 

[DCUKMod]

Hi @ally1 - I'd whileheartedly agree with @Juicyj on this one. ASAP to your GP (oravailable Doc), so that they understand how things seem to be moving on.

 

[ally1]

will be thinking of you and sending virtual positive vibes x

Thank you

 

[ally1]

I have been thinking about you Ally and your neurology referral all this time and hoping you would be seen soon. Sorry to hear you are having these symptoms and I hope your appointment gets fast tracked. Sending you hugs and best wishes. xx

Thank you

 

[ally1]

Hi @ally1 - I'd whileheartedly agree with @Juicyj on this one. ASAP to your GP (oravailable Doc), so that they understand how things seem to be moving on.

Thank you
I knew I would get honest answers here

 

[Freema]

Thank you

Hope you’ll get help very soon

 

[ally1]

Hope you’ll get help very soon

Thank you
I Don, t normally get scared so easily but this time I am terrified

 

[Jenny15]

Thank you
I Don, t normally get scared so easily but this time I am terrified

Thinking of you, Ally. I know it's easy for me to say this but try not to worry, I'm sure your GP will get you the help as quickly as he can, and if necessary he will assess and offer whatever treatment he can in the meantime. Do seek medical help if you feel the need at any time, please don't feel guilty for asking them because I'm sure they would rather know you need help sooner rather than later.

 

[ally1]

Thinking of you, Ally. I know it's easy for me to say this but try not to worry, I'm sure your GP will get you the help as quickly as he can, and if necessary he will assess and offer whatever treatment he can in the meantime. Do seek medical help if you feel the need at any time, please don't feel guilty for asking them because I'm sure they would rather know you need help sooner rather than later.

Thank you.

 

[ally1]

I called my surgery, bloody receptionists, eventually she put me through to the triage nurse/nurse practioner. She wants me to see this Dr x, I flatly refuse to see that bloke. He was the only one that can see me but no way.
Have opted for a phone consultation with another gp, am happy with that because that gp has an interest in diabetes so I feel it's more appropriate. The call can be any time after evening surgery.
Am not prepared to suffer with the long walk there and back, even with my walker to see dr x.

 

[ickihun]

As soon as GP changes your request to urgent or similiar then call appointment line for that hospital and ask for the appointment date details.
Well done @ally1

 

[Mike d]

You need a strong advocate and one not prepared to take "no" for an answer. It's ridiculous Ally