Hi @notanymore
I commend you on your diligence in researching the root cause of your digestive issues and finding doctors who will work with you. You are so right that patients have to be partners in finding solutions as only we live with our conditions 24/7 and can provide the pieces of the puzzle not seen in the doctor's consultation room.
Notanymore, I must caution you about telling other members what they should do and telling them they are wrong. Connect is a welcoming, safe community where we treat others with respect at all times. We are all here to learn and to share our experiences, research and bring back to the community the things that work for us.
Please review the Community Guidelines https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines
I underline in particular these points:
1. Be careful about giving out medical advice
- Sharing your own experience is fine, but don't tell other members what they should do.
- Remain respectful at all times.
2. Exercise tolerance and respect toward other participants whose views may differ from your own. Disagreements are fine, but mutual respect is a must.
- Be inclusive. Not everyone will share the same views.
- Personal attacks against members or health care providers are not acceptable. Such posts will be removed.
I must stress that no two people are the same. What might work for one person may not for another. As stated in the site's Disclaimer (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/disclaimer/) "All information shared by members on the Mayo Clinic Connect, such as messages, images, advice, URLs, and any other material, is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the community."
Please send me a private message using this form if you or anyone would like to discuss this further https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines
Colleen
Community Director
Mayo Clinic Connect
Connect
Connect
Hi @notanymore
I commend you on your diligence in researching the root cause of your digestive issues and finding doctors who will work with you. You are so right that patients have to be partners in finding solutions as only we live with our conditions 24/7 and can provide the pieces of the puzzle not seen in the doctor's consultation room.
Notanymore, I must caution you about telling other members what they should do and telling them they are wrong. Connect is a welcoming, safe community where we treat others with respect at all times. We are all here to learn and to share our experiences, research and bring back to the community the things that work for us.
Please review the Community Guidelines https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines
I underline in particular these points:
1. Be careful about giving out medical advice
- Sharing your own experience is fine, but don't tell other members what they should do.
- Remain respectful at all times.
2. Exercise tolerance and respect toward other participants whose views may differ from your own. Disagreements are fine, but mutual respect is a must.
- Be inclusive. Not everyone will share the same views.
- Personal attacks against members or health care providers are not acceptable. Such posts will be removed.
I must stress that no two people are the same. What might work for one person may not for another. As stated in the site's Disclaimer (https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/disclaimer/) "All information shared by members on the Mayo Clinic Connect, such as messages, images, advice, URLs, and any other material, is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your health. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on the community."
Please send me a private message using this form if you or anyone would like to discuss this further https://connect.mayoclinic.org/page/about-connect/tab/community-guidelines
Colleen
Community Director
Mayo Clinic Connect