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Debilitating multisystem dysfunction from diverticulitis surgery
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@linda82 Google Gemini (Pro version) has honestly been so helpful. I knew a lot about my diverticulitis already, but with the additional issues, it has helped me piece things together and given me a sense of power back to my health I haven't felt in a while. I'm pretty type A so when I am out of control of a situation I start to "glitch" (lol!) or when depressed, just shut down which is what has been a lot of the last 5 years. Which has made my work, and debt, and social life almost all impossible to maintain. I'm hoping for the right care this time around if I can help it, before anything becomes emergent. But having Gemini help me set up an In Case of Emergency packet, makes me feel much better as well. And it has even yelled at me to stop stressing and shut down for the night. 🤣
I know AI and the Internet are taboo in medicine. But it is coming whether we like it or not. And it's always only ever as smart as the user and the inputs or parameters.
I definitely encourage trying it out. Be cautious but be curious! Be careful, though. Some apps are very much worse than others. Use multiple. Trial and error. Test. It's all for science! I was always a good grade student, but I never enjoyed learning so much until I was an adult, especially about my own body. Always make sure you surround yourself with one or two of the absolute most honest and trusting providers, as well for anyone reading this. A couple of mine will do everything they can unless it's out of their areas, then they help me push for the rest.
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@djfilipiak, with all that you have going on I can understand researching using an AI agent like Geminia Pro. The way you phrase your question or prompts can lead to different responses. That’s why it is absolutely critical that you verify the information and check the original sources that are referenced. Click the link icon to review the original source to see if it comes from a trusted health source.
AI generated answers can contain errors and incorrect information. Also keep in mind that any personal health information you enter, goes into the AI’s database.
We have developed guidelines around the use of AI on Mayo Clinic Connect.
- What is Generative AI? What does this mean on Mayo Clinic Connect? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/newsfeed-post/what-is-generative-ai-artificial-intelligence-what-does-this-mean-on-mayo-clinic-connect/
The part I'd like to underline is that AI tools do not replace human judgment or oversight. Any text, image or video generated by AI should be viewed as a starting point, not verified factual information. It may contain inaccuracies, biases and other problems. As you mentioned, always, fact check and review for accuracy, relevance, and unbiased balance.
I agree with @nycmusic, that you're doing a great job researching and advocating for yourself, including submitting second opinion requests at the nation's top hospitals and seeking care where there is a multidisciplinary approach.
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@djfilipiak I can understand your frustration about finding some one to help you. I had a modified multivisceral transplant due to total gut failure. Very few hospitals offer this transplant, I had to go to Indianapolis. I went to IU Health and saw Dr Mangus. He is phenomenal in all things gut and gut failure. Have you considered traveling to get the help you need? He's definitely worth traveling, but you may set up a telehealth call do discuss your case with him. I have a friend that just had bowel surgery after she got so many no's from local providers.