For those who aren’t aware, I have several herniated and bulging discs throughout my neck, upper, mid, and lower back, as well as sacroiliac joint disease. I have been dealing this for three years.
I can remember distinctly being told, lose weight and you’ll feel better.
My doctor, who I’ve been seeing since this all began, was on maternity leave since November. She was shocked to see how small I was when I saw her today.
Dr Z: How much did you lose?
Me 75 pounds
Dr Z: You are close to your “ideal weight”. Bet your back feels better.
Me: Not even a little
Dr Z: Oh, are you doing your physical therapy?
Me: Yes. But, as I suspected, my weight has nothing to do with my back pain.
She didn’t have much to say after that.
At what point does the medical establishment realize that losing weight will not solve all health problems?
Lady Cat Lady 
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