u/shamalamadingdongfam

I’m trying to delete an old IG account I made as a kid and for the life of me can't get a password recovery email to send. I don't have access to the phone number I put down, but can still access the email account. However, when I attempt to send a recovery email it says 'We can't send a link at the moment. Try again in a few minutes', or some other variation of 'it's not working'.

Any advice on how to get past this? I haven't had access to the registered number in 8 years and concerned I've been accidentally sending codes to some random person who may have gotten assigned my old number this morning.

I’m not saying you've got to read through medical textbooks, but to simply have an understanding the basics. For example, which readings for vitals are normal/abnormal, knowing the names of the medications you take/the dosage/their function/potential side effects, knowing your medical history, reading lab results, having a brief understanding of what certain doctors do (*a lot* of people get confused about the specialty of doctors they're going to see).

Also, being aware of your body and how it normally functions is essential to your care. Doctors can diagnose, but you are the one who knows your body best. If you've noticed that something feels/looks off and is persisting, please seek support. Sometimes having a brief look or feel of certain areas (behave please) every so often can allow you to spot abnormalities far more easily. Keeping track of said abnormalities on physical or digital notes will be useful to relay in future appointments. I keep mine in my notes app with exact dates, and doctors have noted that I’m a great historian.

Despite being a young woman with a diagnosed anxiety disorder, doctors almost never write off my problems as simply anxiety ever since I became able to articulate my issues in a clear and precise manner. I know my medical history very well and I'm always prepared before an appointment. If they entertain the possibility of anxiety being the cause (when I know it isn't), I'll give my rebuttal, and will be listened to. If I’m still unsatisfied with the outcome of my appointment, I'll ask for a follow-up with a separate doctor (which you can do btw).

Ultimately, doctors want what's best for you. I know some can be crappy and dismissive, and I’m sorry to all those who've been subjected to that (I know I have), but I hope what I've brought up can be useful to someone. You're a bigger part of the care you receive than you think.