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Let’s be honest: we’re all a little dishonest with our doctors. That’s because we know that their advice is for someone who wants to be in perfect health. And we don’t need to be in perfect health—we’ll settle for pretty-good health that doesn’t give us too many aches and pains, will keep us alive until we’re 80, and still lets us do whatever the heck we want. Most people out there are not willing to give up their vices and bad habits if all that means is they’ll feel slightly less fatigued or their cholesterol will drop a couple of points. If we can be completely transparent, most of us see our doctor’s advice as vague guidelines more than strict laws. Oh, and those questions they ask us? We often decide how much they really need to know. Here are things patients wish their doctors knew…but won’t tell them.

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I weigh less naked!

Standing on the scale for your check-up is disheartening. They weigh you with your shoes on, your clothes on, and your purse in hand. And what about those earrings you wear? Those must easily add another pound. You would really like the record to show (and the nurse to write down) that you’re 140 fully dressed and…um…132 nude. Scout’s honor.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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