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Toronto, ON

I was dx with a stress fracture several months ago on my outer left foot. It finally was getting better, just weak, and not about 2 weeks ago, I am back to where I initially started prior to the dx. I have tried to get in to see my GP, but was told that she was booked into March and since I have an appointment then, I will just have to wait! Healthcare in Canada at it's finest, not
I see my rheumatologist (have fibromyalgia, arthritis) next Friday, so I will question him about my ankle,… read more

February 23, 2017
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Members connected over experiences with stress fractures, with several sharing they had broken bones in their feet or wrists, some... Read more

Members connected over experiences with stress fractures, with several sharing they had broken bones in their feet or wrists, some experiencing multiple fractures over the years. One member offered practical advice about obtaining copies of original x-rays to bring to walk-in clinics or emergency departments, advocating for oneself when facing long wait times for doctor appointments, and being proactive about learning to manage health conditions. A recurring theme was frustration with accessing timely healthcare, the challenge of navigating medical systems while managing chronic conditions like diabetes or fibromyalgia, and the importance of self-advocacy and patience during the healing process.

A DiabetesTeam Member

I broke my second metatarsal (mildly displaced) in my right foot on Jan. 19th. I believe it was when I was doing aerobics. I thought it was tendinitis and walked on it for a week before getting it x-rayed. My Dr. wants to wait to see if it will heal on its own instead of surgery to avoid any complications such as infection. I'm just praying it heals completely with no surgery. I go back to Orthopedics at the end of February.
I'm taking Vitamin C & D, a Multi- Vitamin, flax, borage & fish oil, and Collagen Peptide to try to build bone in the break area.
I hope you can get everything taken care of soon. Prayers for you.

February 6, 2024
A DiabetesTeam Member

Pleasure

February 28, 2017
A DiabetesTeam Member

Thx Christine.☺💐

February 28, 2017
A DiabetesTeam Member

Best of luck for Friday. It isn't easy to avail of help if it involves taxis. Keep in touch!

February 28, 2017
A DiabetesTeam Member

Hi Charles,
I too am new to type 2 diabetes. I was referred to a nutritionist initially & made appt. The day of the appt., while I was on the way there by bus, I get a call about 15 minutes prior to appt. that she's sick & will call to reschedule. Never did. It doesn't give me confidence to go back. Another thing I could do is sign up for a 1 day class, but I would have to take a bus, subway and walk to the place. I don't have money for taxis, so I can't go until this is resolved. I am getting a copy of my xrays as I see my rheumatologist on Friday and see what he says. Thanks for taking time to answer me
Take care

Sema

February 28, 2017

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