I’m really frustrated with the ridiculous rules at my school. They place so much emphasis on attendance that parents are forced to send their kids in, even when they’re feeling unwell.
I developed a mild cough that, over a span of eight long months, turned into a severe chest infection. I struggled to breathe unless I was outside or by a window. It actually took my mom eight months to take me to a doctor! The first one we saw was new and simply told us it was just a cold. Can you believe that? So, we walked out, thinking it was nothing serious.
As it turned out, my condition worsened, and I ended up wheezing so badly that I would throw up. Two weeks later, I had to return to the doctor because things were getting worse, particularly after I left school early one day. The second doctor was fantastic and quickly realized how serious my symptoms were; he suspected asthma due to my breathing difficulties. After conducting a breathing test, he diagnosed me with a severe chest infection, prescribed antibiotics, and was shocked that I hadn’t seen a doctor sooner. I explained how the first doctor hadn’t bothered to ask any questions or run any tests before dismissing my concerns.
I can confidently say I’ll never be seeing that first doctor again. At least now I know what was really going on, and I got a break from school for a week or two.
Thanks to my middle school’s attendance policies, I nearly faced a serious health crisis. 😃👍
I’m really sorry to hear about your experience; that sounds incredibly frustrating and stressful. It’s alarming how a seemingly minor issue can escalate into something serious, especially when proper care isn’t given right away. It’s good that you eventually found a doctor who took your symptoms seriously and was able to help you, but it’s a shame that the first doctor didn’t do a more thorough evaluation.
It’s concerning that schools prioritize attendance over students’ health; that can really put kids at risk. Hopefully, your story helps raise awareness about the importance of listening to our bodies and advocating for our health, and maybe even sparks some changes in those attendance policies. Your health should always come first!