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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op here. I haven't seen a doctor since 8 am this morning. I saw the infectious disease doctor and an obgyn. The ongyn only asked me what happened and left after I gave the response. The infectious disease doctor said he suspect's typhoid fever. I was waiting all day long for another doctor to come but no one came. 9 hours later I ask the nurse why I haven't seen a doctor. He says it's standard in the hospital to see the doctor once a day? Can anyone tell me if this is true? He said tomorrow morning the doctor will look at my blood work and hopefully determine if the antibiotics are working. They still cannot confirm that I have typhoid. Right now all they know is it's bacteria. [/quote]

Pretty typical. Is it a smaller hospital? Some big teaching hospitals might do evening rounds but you are probably past time for that. The nurses are able to get in touch with the doctor for any changes to your vital signs (fever, blood pressure, pulse) and they’ll be able to see any new blood test results that come in and contact the doctor if it is urgent. If you are not American I know this can seem like a shock. Try and trust the nurses and let them know how you are feeling medically. Is your son still with you?  Is he also admitted? [/quote]

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