Anyhow, these are some mostly innocuous stories of visits to the doctors office, where embarrassment reigns supreme over other regular nuisances one might encounter while seeingdoctor, like finding out your pre-existing cancer is no longer covered by your insurance: I went in for a prostate exam, and when the doctor was performing it, I ejaculated. Then I followed her to the X-ray machine which involved a short walk parading topless in front of her male colleagues who were luckily too busy to notice the prude American shuffling along with her hands over her chest. Dominant facial feature. At this point, its a cultural difference that I dont think Ill ever get used to, but as long as Im living in France, Id better learn! Its difficult to say no to someone you see as a professional, but they see so many naked bodies theyve become desensitized to it. before getting a referral to the physical therapist, he had to examine my back. In a funny way but totally a pervert. Wait until they've been around you a few times and are comfortable in their skin around you. I usually wear a long button down which I keep on during examinations and helps me feel less exposed. You only have the one. I like privacy! its all seems normal, she was prolly asking you those questions to try to make you more calm and relaxed, abd wiping u clean becuz that what doctors do, if you went to the doctor and u were bleeding would u expect them to tell you to clean off ur own blood. It is a bit much at this point. Not good enough, I thought, and vowed never again to obstruct a doctors view of my body in any way. Its my first comment on your blog, but I have to say this: I dont think its a cultural difference, acting like that for a doctor is not normal (Im French). Hahah. ", "Scars.there is just something about them! In his nervousness, he misheard. Im sure a nurse had to remove my panties and butt plug. embarrassing urology exam. I also dont think the doctor should barge in on you like try say something like jarrive tout de suite or est-ce quon pourrait en parler votre bureau?, and if he doesnt get the clue, dont be afraid to clearly state you are uncomfortable. I hate how Americans like to criticize themselves, while forgiving almost anything on sophisticated Eurotrash! My daughter hurt her ankle so my wife took her to a medical center. Hello Diane, I believe in not rushing through the week just to get to the weekend. And thank you for weighing in. But wait heres the best part: its an intravaginal ultrasound. ", "If I Recall Correctly, Iceland was the one place Anthony Bourdain couldn't wait to leave. What surprised me in your blog was your comment re the gynaecologist. Acquaintance was a 17-year-old male getting a physical from a female doctor. Patients have to bring in semen samples post vasectomy to make sure there was no issue with the procedure so we can declare them sterile. Urologists look at patients genitals all day, so we have seen it all. High bridge of the nose. ", "I am not a fan of boiled meat, especially if it is horse, fermented horse milk, or dried fermented milk. And the magazine selection these days is just pathetic. . When I was 15, I went to my pediatrician for a check up. French are usually accepting too much from doctors in general, and some -as Martin Winckler- doctors propose to have a more balanced relationship with doctors (and it could extend to physical therapists). to Pee With Chlamydia? It doesnt really matter. We turned and every time the patient coughed, urine shot out about two feet. I had my navy admission physical exam recently and it was done by a male doctor. Its been a year since the last comment, and over two from the original post, but I want to point out that subcultures can differ markedly from the prevailing culture. The nurse and doctor Same thing in your case, if you had known about the sports bra vs. regular bra, you could have been better prepared. ", "The best food I had there was in Kyiv in an Indian restaurant! It is your body and you shouldnt have to disrobe in front of strangers who have NOTHING to do with your exam! I don't know to this day if he was messing with me, but I'm pretty sure I just told him to Google it. My boyfriend is from France and has been living in the US for about 5 years. Can you, as a partner, accept this side of a lover? Flow rates and other factors. Well, maybe its not normal for a doctor to ogle you (in any part of the world), but in France they definitely do NOT give you anything to cover up with no dignity I tell ya! Its just common sense. Embrace it. No 1 am trips for overly expensive, off-brand tampons at a convenience store, and theyre better for the environment. '", "The Netherlands. See how you start to overthink these things? ", "Ive actually had soju (weak liquor) made in North Korea. I guess they might even call the police. ", "ETA: Judging by the responses I've gotten on this I'm gonna start telling people nice things about them more often haha. I know theyre medical professionals and all but still, I just felt exposed and awkward. I know some people like that. At the doctor: Strip down like ya just don't care (but I do) The Lamb Clinic provides a comprehensive assessment and customized treatment plan for all new patients utilizing both interventional and non-interventional treatment methods. I glanced at the boy and Im pretty sure he was checking out my bum! WebThe embarrassing part of a guy getting a sports physical exam is when the male Dr feels my testicals and my penis shrinks up or when the female Dr feels my testis I get a hard boner. I thinks sometimes its the fear of the unknown that is the issue and not knowing whats next or whats expected of you causes even more stress. I wasn't sure what to say, it was a little awkward. While most of these cuisine options don't necessarily sound "bad," they do sound underwhelming and far less enjoyable to eat than our favorite foods. I respect everyone elses too. Id love to read a copy of the French code of ethics and conduct in the medical profession. So everything is either straight-up dairy or meat, with little spices of any kind to add any flavor. Granted, I have never been to Russia, North Korea, or Antarctica. Leave it up to the patients, but if some want to pass on gowns and other coverage and go au natural, let them. So like just hang out, holding a penis talking about the weather for five minutes. If I want to cover up, Ill cover up and if a doctor is weird, I wont go back. You get used to it, as a male after a few serious time consuming visits and medical exams by her. And by that, I mean he looked at my testicles. She said its common, but I was totally embarrassed. Now to set the record straight on being naked at the doctor, I dont have any problems with nudity. ", "Dry sense of humor. Head to toe rain-gear. It doesnt bother them, as it seems to a natural human situation., especially when they may watch you undress completely and youre wearing very sexy and snug clothes and seem to take some more time getting it all off an if youre an American woman or a man. ", "The Waiter Test. Just some blockage in the vas deferens. And then she told me that masturbation should help clear it up. Overall just isn't what I'm looking for in a relationship and there are plenty of fish in the sea. 7:30 comes, and My dad comes through the door. It really annoyed me how they didnt say beforehand not to wear a sports bra. Maybe women would be less stressed if they stepped up to the plate on that equality thing and didnt label all men as being untrustworthy. They think theres some huge shame involved and for some reason its tough to shake them of that. Hi there Maite, happy to have you here! Perhaps I have misunderstood your intention. You say in your article Now to set the record straight, I dont have any problems with nudity. come in, and the doctor flips my scrubs to reveal the goods. ", "Generally, cold places with a lack of access to spices or not much agricultural history make the worst food and Mongolia checks all those boxes. So embarrassing! You dont have to get used to this one if you dont want to . This also applies to cashiers, counter help, hotel clerks, custodians, security guards and everyone else in similar positions. Ive never been to a doctor in France, but have a female doctor treats her patients, the same way as in France. Im sure a female urologist has found a male patient or two attractive at some point or another, but if shes a professional, it wont matter. Are nurses ever required to give handjobs as part of a medical procedure? No, nurses are absolutely never required to bring any type of sexual release to a patient. And what about features concerning one's physique? Going after what you want. We had a teenager come in with his mother (we were not a pediatric urology office but saw teens on special occasions with a doctors OK) .. kid was masturbating with a cell phone charger and got it stuck in his bladder. I was shocked when she started removing her top! Yeah, I coughed a little harder than usual, and I splattered poop everywhere. Posted at 09:48h in michael deluise matt leblanc by Hi Eddie/Scooby, youve left numerous comments like this here on this post and elsewhere on my blog and theyre really off-topic. He asks what that is, and if his mom can help him. You need to provide verification (consent and proof of age) for every person that is shown on your page. And in France Ive never seen a nurse in the room with the doctor like there is in the US. Any nose that takes center stage does it for me. It came highly recommended by the South African guy running the tour we were on. I get the okay to cough as she cups my balls. ", "HOWEVER, don't apply the waiter test the first time you meet someone. ", "Its the most underwhelming cuisine I can think of. And I agree that a good doctor should be understanding and accommodate different customs. I had to be stripped down so they could make sure I was okay. I arrive at the physical therapists office, which is part of his home converted to an office, ready for my sauna session which is supposed to loosen up my muscles. Well, I hop in the shower, touch my junk, and yell in pain, falling in the process. When my wife was giving birth our Gyno told her to give a big push. Discharge often isn't normal, and could mean an infection or an STD. 13400 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85259. ", "Thats super illegal and sites like that have protections in place. ", "Specific cuisine, so not what food you can buy in the country, then its absolutely hands down Dutch food. I dont want to be naked if I dont have to, and even then, they could give us a gown or something. 15 Questions Youre Afraid To Ask The Opposite Sex And Answers! She was surprised because in France, the doctor would do it if s/he thought it was necessary and you would be covered by the scurit sociale. I didnt want to appear too forward by getting too naked at the doctor or look like a big American prude by sitting there in my bra. But before we get to todays little embarrassment (for me, not him) about medical nudity, I have to take you back to my first chest X-ray in France where I got my first taste of how things are done at the doctor in France. I'd worry about whatever issues her career might entail re: burnout on sex and emotional intimacy, crazy subscribers, doxxing, etc. All Rights Reserved. He turned his head and did his best crow imitation: "Caw! You give your point of view or interject something about yourself and they immediately dismiss it and go back to them. My health is always good and Not overweight either. I think there are differences in every culture in regard to a whole host of things, many of which I write about on my blog. Never being at fault, always being the victim, and not taking responsibility for repair are huge red flags. It was the most fun I've ever had at the lady doctor. Can I Get STDs Through Casual Contact Like Hugging or Touching? Heres more on going to the doctor in France >>. Im sure if I asked for a gown Id get one, its an unnecessary expense for what is questionable privacy since in a head to toe exam nothing goes without scrutiny. ", "I have a dry sense of humor. So if the French person is expected to follow American etiquette at an American doctors then why should the American expect to be treated differently at the French doctors just because they have an irrational fear of being seen naked? If not more. We went in with cystoscopy to take a look and potentially remove it in office with no sedation. Like, this is serious business Im going to stab someone so they can feel my agony type pain. Im still going like a water-hose, the radiologist is drenched in urine, and to top it all off, theres a goddamn ultrasound wand sticking out my ladyhole. Your email address will not be published. And if its out of control, Ill definitely change doctors. So I just did this snapping finger gun back to him. And then escort you to an empty room wherever the X-ray is being taken. They saw meconium (first baby poop) in the amniotic fluid, so they started flushing me out. Now if he was a close talker who stared a little too long and gave off a creepy vibe and was maybe 30 years older than me? for me I think a woman is way more embarrassing. If you think I did, you should report me. Still being a diva cup noob, I wasnt very adept at fishing it out, so after about 2 hours, several positions, and a shower, I rush to the on-campus doctor. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, and that's a relief, because it reinforces the notion that in spite of any flaws, there is someone for everyone. When I was 18 I had a lump on one of my testicles. Luckily, they put me on some more drugs and did the procedure. The main reason for About the part you quoted at the end Im standing by what I said. #2. It puts the doctor in a position of power, being clothed and all, and I find that a little troubling. Even just seeing the doctor greet me himself, in normal street clothes, was a bit of a shock. The moment his shoulder came free, any leftover amniotic fluid and all the fluid they filled me up with burstout in one GIANTbirthing, liquid tidal-wave. We talked about vacations, homebrew, cars, etc. Even more embarrassing was when she gave it back after I was getting changed out of my hospital gown. That doesn't mean they're immune to the sorts of embarrassing moments that happen to us all. I used to be one of these Americans shocked by the medical nudity in France, but now I know better although that didnt stop me from embarrassing myself last week at the physical therapist. Despite being somewhat embarrassed and shy, both her and the nurse helped me out of my warm, snug and well fitting mens kiddie style outer snowsuit snow including those sexy feeling leotard and tights. I was working a rehab unit one time and had to give a younger gentleman a suppository due to no bowel movement for 4 days. Can someone give me some advice here thanks man Adam. After the nurse sat me down on the chair and made me spread my legs eagle style, my doctor walked in with 4 students in row, around same age as me. What was I supposed to do in that situation? That being said, I would encourage you to be vigilant. But at the doctor, I dont think its appropriate to strip down in front of the doctor without some semblance of privacy regardless of nationality. Lets keep moving forward. As for lightening the mood by making fun of people, I guess that happens everywhere but Id like to think every doctor treats every patient like they would their own mom/dad/sister/brother. One day my left ovary just starts hurting like a motherfucker. I saw him a couple years later in a public place and he shouts out to me "Hey dude remember when your finger was in my butt!". There were a few more things like rotating my arms, hopping on each leg, and having to do a duck walk! Thanks Diane, yes I did pass. I have a relatively straight set of natural chompers on me, but I can't stand unnaturally straight teeth. He cant get it out, so he enlists the help of two nurses, all of whom were staring sympathetically at my vag, unsure how to proceed. As Chappelle would say. If a doctor is still routinely doing The Australian people that were on the tour thought it was phenomenal.". How Do You Get Rid of Bumps on Your Pubic Area. Im glad to hear from Maite because after reading that, Diane, I dont think Id ever go to a doctor in France! America needs to loosen up. These tests look at how well the bladder, sphincters, and urethra are storing and releasing urine (pee). What I learnt from this experience was that I should have spoken up and just told the student to leave straight away. At the end of the day, youre just there for a service and dont have to do anything you dont want to the customer is always right etc. ", "Once we've figured out the details, I'd make a decision. Looking for new foods to try, Redditor KPH102 asked: "I can handle bland or bad food but when Im paying 5x normal prices for that same bland food it just p**ses me off. While commonly associated with the early detection of prostate cancer, a DRE also can be used to check for anal or rectal masses, abnormal growths in Perhaps you should be a little less sexist and see a medical Student rather than a Man ? Hey I just had the most emarrassing exam ever.I went in to my local medi clinic to have a really bad ingrown hair looked at right under my given a COMPLETE mole check. ", "Jimmy Carr once said, 'Technically, all Australian cuisine is prison food. We measured it, she had good distance. Theres certainly a much more relaxed view of nudity and gowns are typically only provided to people admitted into hospital. ", "In an office environment, overly kissing all the managers a**es so they'll let them cut corners all the while calling other people out on minor things. Undressing at an appointment almost regardless of your problem is fairly normal in some European countries like France & Germany, but that doesnt mean you have to do it, nor should you. Female Urology/Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery. As an American, male I was somewhat embarrassed when told all clothes have to come off. She did and proceeded to pee all over the doctors face (she was wearing a protective mask for just such an occasion so no harm no foul). A nude medical exam isnt a bad thing per se, but the medical nudity comfort level here is a cultural difference Im not really digging. Im a man in the USA who just got back from a visit to my urologist (male) for a biopsy due to having cancer; his nurse (female) was present during the exam, and after the doctor finished and left, she remained in the room doing some work and told me I could go ahead and get dressed. 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