tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4615566302085141880.post7926008916589944689..comments2024-03-22T18:28:12.813-04:00Comments on A Boomer Girl's Guide - Embracing MY 70’s: How do you make medical screening and treatment decisions?Juhlihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14440147890620303894noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4615566302085141880.post-25480483951630750502011-12-07T22:15:55.494-05:002011-12-07T22:15:55.494-05:00My husband and I aren't completely in accord o...My husband and I aren't completely in accord on all these things - I go to the dentist every 6 months, he makes it once a year, swearing the 6-month appt is 'a business plan, not a health care plan'. BUT I also don't accept annual Xrays as a necessary test. I found a dentist that uses digital imaging and limit it to every other year. <br /><br />As you & I have discussed Juhli - I have some issues with invasive testing, such as the colonoscopy, without understanding the risks. Ultimately we have to be our own advocates, and be informed consumers. There's no question that the litigious climate has made doctors fearful of not performing every imaginable test.sybilnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4615566302085141880.post-40244226455279243052011-12-06T16:37:55.559-05:002011-12-06T16:37:55.559-05:00I agree with you that there are risks, but I think...I agree with you that there are risks, but I think it is much easier to deal with things before they get to serious. We go twice a year to the dentist, even though I hate to do it. Most of our kids have never had a cavity because of this. Even though your tests may come back clear each year, there are chances that something will happen and it is good to catch it early. I would consult with your doctor and ask their opinion. Maybe you don't need to go as often.Spendwisemomhttp://spendwise.orgnoreply@blogger.com