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Infectious Diseases | Last Active: 4 days ago | Replies (7)
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@carmilla

I was diagnosed with RMSF in 2018 and never treated. My doctor refused to treat me and refused to refer me to an infectious disease doctor. I am having trouble with numerous medical issues i.e. falling, sweating, intense pain ... and don't know how to get a referral. I have had every test imaginable (MRI, CT scan, sonogram, bloodwork) and all have come back negative. How do I get a referrall to an infectious doctor who specializes in RMSF?

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Oct 24 1:30pm

Wow, did the doctor explain why he refused to treat you at the time? Are you still seeing the same doctor? Who is ordering and looking at all the tests you are having done now? Will they refer you to an ID doc?

This process can be complicated depending on the kind of insurance you have - some plans allow patients to self-refer, others do not, still others require all referrals to go through your primary or preferred provider. But if the RMSF is in your medical records, someone should be able to get you the help you need.

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