Random Irritations

[Dando]

Pulling a calf muscle walking down the stairs on the 2nd step then proceeding to go Dow the rest on your arse like it's a slide. Kids found it funny now I'm hobbling round like Long John silver.

I shouldn’t laugh but......😂😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😆

 

[Kellfire]

Not done it to me yet. Its what I do when I need to see a doc immediately. I usually add , if the receptionist is a bit off with me, that I'm not here mithering very often either, so I'll wait to be seen no problem, smile sweetly and sit down. I used to do it with a bit more of a angry voice, but you're not allowed to do this anymore and you must be on the front foot (have the upper hand) at all times with these monsters.

I’m glad you’ve got faster service. Obviously you’re aware that it’s at the expense of other people but I doubt you care about that.

 

[bobmac]

Obviously you’re aware that it’s at the expense of other people but I doubt you care about that.

So you don't think people cancel appointments ?

 

[USER1999]

Going to see a GP tonight. Probably just get a refferal to an ENT guy, but it is a start.

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Going to see a GP tonight. Probably just get a refferal to an ENT guy, but it is a start.

As you say, it's a start. Sounds a bit worrying and hope the GP or someone can get to the cause soon for you. In the meantime try not to leave any claret in the carpet

 

[Kellfire]

Going to see a GP tonight. Probably just get a refferal to an ENT guy, but it is a start.

The GP should start treatment for that in the first instance, he shouldn’t be referring you.

 

[Kellfire]

So you don't think people cancel appointments ?

I know people cancel appointments and contingencies are built into appointments and clinics to give the doctors things to do if that happens. There isn’t a lot of spare space left and people shouldn’t try to railroad admin staff into making alterations to the schedule by brute force.

 

[USER1999]

The GP should start treatment for that in the first instance, he shouldn’t be referring you.

I would rather go to a specialist straight away. In general, things get fixed faster when you see the right person.

 

[Piece]

Just rock up at the doc's in the morning and tell them your name, problem and that you couldn't get through on the phone. Then tell them you'll sit in the waiting room until the doc, any doc, can see you and that you've got all day and will wait as this is what they (doctors) are here for. Then take a prominent seat in the waiting room with your book and phone and flask of coffee. They WILL see you that morning!

Our practice has recently moved to 'askmyGP' service. This is an on-line service, where you don't need to arrange a face-to-face. You get assistance via the portal as you are exchanging messages with the doctor and they will phone you directly if required. Was a bit skeptical at first but it cuts through the faff and is much more efficient for both sides.

 

[Kellfire]

I would rather go to a specialist straight away. In general, things get fixed faster when you see the right person.

A GP shouldn’t refer you when there are treatment options open to him. A specialist should only be used when necessary. Obviously the GP may deem it so but it shouldn’t be his default position!

 

[Dando]

listening to chuckup madiner prattling on about treating voters like adults! No doubt that's only if they agree with what he wants

 

[USER1999]

A GP shouldn’t refer you when there are treatment options open to him. A specialist should only be used when necessary. Obviously the GP may deem it so but it shouldn’t be his default position!

I agree entirely if you are using the NHS, and their stretched resources, but I don't, so I would rather get a more specialised opinion.

 

[Hobbit]

Pulling a calf muscle walking down the stairs on the 2nd step then proceeding to go Down the rest on your arse like it's a slide. Kids found it funny now I'm hobbling round like Long John silver.

Oh arrrrggh!

 

[Wolf]

Oh arrrrggh!

You're a more polite pirate than I was after that tumble 😂

My 5 year old asked how many minutes daddy has to sit on the naughty step for using naughty words, because he is so old are there that many minutes in the world 😂

 

[cookelad]

I've been watching The Masters final rounds on YouTube for a couple of weeks while courses here have been closed, I think it's fair to say Augusta and The Masters do a lot of things well but then the first tee announcer stands there and introduces the players "Fore please....."

 

[patricks148]

Jo Whiley.... again

 

[Deleted member 15344]

Handicap snobbery being alive and well - doesn’t nothing to entice people to the game and just enhances the elitist image of the sport. One day people will realise how much the sport relies on mid to high handicaps

Would also add the phrase “bandit” to this list as well

 

[HomerJSimpson]

Handicap snobbery being alive and well - doesn’t nothing to entice people to the game and just enhances the elitist image of the sport. One day people will realise how much the sport relies on mid to high handicaps

Would also add the phrase “bandit” to this list as well

Not sure new people coming to the game would even be aware of handicap snobbery. If they are brand new to the game they may not even have any idea how handicaps work. Yes it's there in most clubs and on here but it has nothing to do with growing the game and attracting new people to the sport

 

[patricks148]

Not sure new people coming to the game would even be aware of handicap snobbery. If they are brand new to the game they may not even have any idea how handicaps work. Yes it's there in most clubs and on here but it has nothing to do with growing the game and attracting new people to the sport

quite right, when i started playing i didn't even know there was such a thing as a handicap let alone snobbery about it

 

[Slime]

The amount of political experts on this forum that aren't offering their opinion so much as stating hard facts .................................... in their minds.