In conversation with the DOCTOR

Friday, 21 Sept 07

My child is still unwell. In fact, her cough has worsen.
I finally found the time to ring the doctor this evening.

When the 3.5 year old seeked consultation with her last Saturday, I specifically told her that we needed an antibiotics that would be pleasant for consumption for a little child. I explained that the 3.5 year old refused the antibiotics prescribed by KK Hospital due to the taste. So I paid $32 for her antibiotics. The nurse told us that we had to pay more as this was a good quality medication.

Fair enough, I didn't mind paying for the quality. But when we returned home, the 3.5 year old kicked a big fuss rejecting the medicine & worst, she threw up in the dining room. MOTH wanted to force the medicine down her throat and threatened to cane her. Then he sampled the medicine. Wow, even an adult cannot stomach the taste and the texture.

Hmm... Guys, we wasted $32 for nothing.

Back to the conversation with the doctor, she said that it's not her fault that the medicine tasted bad and it's not the clinic's policy to give refund. But if it makes me feel better, she will give me a refund.

I told her "Yes, I like a refund as it'll make me feel better".

Ok people, I don't know if it's right for me to be so vocal in standing up for my rights. I just feel damn rotten that my child has visited her clinic repeatedly for the same sickness and not get cured. Plus, we always have to wait 2-3hrs on average to seek consultation with the doctor.

I'm just damn peeved.