The writer expresses frustration over their boyfriend's passive behavior during medical emergencies, particularly his reluctance to advocate for himself in the ER. Despite the author’s love and concern, they feel burdened by having to manage his healthcare decisions, especially since they work far away. The author reflects on their own experiences of navigating health issues and emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy in municipal healthcare systems. Sadly, without clear communication, his health may continue to decline, leading to repeated ER visits and additional complications.
I know self-advocacy wouldn't make him not sick, but it would help! I'm out of PTO and worried about what will happen next time he has an emergency...
In every ER I've been to, if you aren't firm to the point of pushy, you won't get medical care.
Going to the doctor or the ER...but then not actually asking any questions or telling the doctor about his symptoms is becoming a huge problem.
I can't always be there, and honestly, navigating doctors for an adult who won't do it for himself is the least sexy thing I can imagine.
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