What Your Doctor Wishes You’d Say & How to Describe Your Symptoms Better | EP 44

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Your doctor is not here to judge you. But they do need you to tell them the truth.In this episode, Dr. Merl and Dr. Mitch join us to pull back the curtain on what really happens inside a consultation room - why doctors ask so many questions, what they're actually listening for and what happens to your care when the full story doesn't come out.From "sijui naskia aje" to "nikona kifua", we break down the most common ways patients describe symptoms, why vague doesn't mean unimportant and the one simple 4-question framework that can completely change the quality of your next doctor's visit.That detail you almost didn't mention? That's usually the one that matters most.We also get into the honest truth about lying to your doctor - why people do it, what doctors can usually tell and how omitting information (even small things) can lead to wrong diagnoses, unnecessary tests and delayed care.Whether you've ever downplayed your pain, skipped mentioning the herbal supplements or said "I'm fine" when you really weren't, this episode is for you.Listen in!How To Reach Us:📧 Email: sifahope93@gmail.com📱 Instagram, TikTok & LinkedIn: @adoseofhealththepodcastConnect with our guests:📱 Instagram: @3paedsinapod, @mitch_opProduction by ⁨@artlightstudios⁩ ⚠️ This content is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For advice specific to your health, always consult your physician.#DoctorPatientRelationship #HealthEducation #MedicalAdvice #SymptomsExplained #HonestWithYourDoctor #KenyanHealthcare #ADoseOfHealth #LearnOnSpotify #DoctorTalk #PatientCare