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A member asked:

My local gp didnt help got advice n a small diagnosis from here then got told to use virtual but i cant since im from uk. what can i use for further assistance and help?

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A second opinion. At least in the US you are free to consult with another doc if/when the first fails to listen or provide you with a comforting treatment plan. Whether or not it is part of a UK health plan is not something we know, but it would be the next step here.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/4/2021

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