s_c...I agree to get expert advice on-line....but hoe does one know that they have a medical qualification? Trust is the bottom line. All on-line medical forums gives advice......that is all advice, the poster making the final decision.
NHS Direct is a waste of time and money.........in my opinion......reasons:
NHS Direct cost £139,000 to set up, to take the pressure off GP surgeries and A and E depts..
Every call costs £25.
60% of calls referred to GP&A&E.
Service spent £225,000 translating materials into Loatian and Cherokee, which are hardly spoken.
The problem is in many cases, is that the patient is no better off, not understanding what the Dr has said and investigations not being explained. Surely this would indicate some need for an on-line medically based forum, for which I believe AB serves that purpose.