Originally Posted by
Cuyuna
After 40 years as a surgeon and having done 10's of thousands of DRE's, I have a reasonably clear concept of the diagnosis and treatment. It's an evolving paradigm but not a decision-making process that should be derived from the internet. Second opinions (from an actual urolgist) are highly recommended.
Really doc, alternate forms of information gathering should never be ignored simply due to the method by which it is obtained.
The internet database has proven particularly useful for all involved including the healthcare practitioners, where it has become especially helpful in this day and age.
Besides, if healthcare procedure were totally foolproof as it stands, liability in the medical field wouldn't be as high as it is. I'm sure you will agree with that.