Medical Staff Share Advice of What Patients Should Really Avoid Doing

“People often pretend to be sicker than they are when they visit my office. It’s not unusual for someone to be caught smiling at their phone before claiming their pain is a maximum ten out of ten.

Exaggerating your condition doesn’t make sense and won’t convince me. Honesty with your doctor is crucial. Claiming to be sicker than you feel serves no real benefit.”