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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Oldvatr" data-source="post: 1155137" data-attributes="member: 196898">The problem with the yellow card system is that in many cases, the adverse effects are anecdotal, and unless there is collaborating evidence to support such as A&E admission, scan results. blood tests etc. then a GP is reluctant to log it.  My GP is aware that I have an adverse reaction to statins, but has not raised any paperwork as a result. We have agreed to disagree.But as I point out, unless we are sectioned under the Mental Health Act, or are under a specific High Court ruling, then we can refuse to accept medical treatment and do not need to give a reason.  Of course, there may be follow on difficulties in the GP/patient relationship and this may lead to withdrawal of further care, which would need to be addressed with higher authorities.  In the days of PCT's and PALS, then there was a channel for raising complaints, but now the NHS has devolved funding direct to Practice Managers, then it has become more difficult to obtain redress.  Such is progress.</blockquote>

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