Hi everyone. Thanks for reading and trying to help me with my situation.
My daughters very sweet boyfriend is 18 years old. He came to the US from Mexico 4 years ago. About that same time (when he was 14) he had his 1st seizure. Went to the doctor (in Mexico) who gave him a bunch of samples of some medication, told him to take it until he was 18 and then stop, but he's still on it at this point. (Can you believe that???)
The medication does seem to control seizures -- he's had about one/year since then, but the medication has horrible side effects leaving him dull-witted and very lethargic.
Obviously he needs to be seen by a doctor here in the states and have his condition/medication monitored. His family has very little money but I am willing to help him get the care he needs. HOWEVER, I am not made of money either and before I commit would like to get some kind of idea of what the initial few months of evaluation will entail.
Any ideas on how to shop for a doctor who might reduce fees for cash payment? (I live in Houston, Tx)
Does he HAVE to see a specialist or can our family doctor treat him?
Anyone have any insight to share with me?
Thank you in advance.
My daughters very sweet boyfriend is 18 years old. He came to the US from Mexico 4 years ago. About that same time (when he was 14) he had his 1st seizure. Went to the doctor (in Mexico) who gave him a bunch of samples of some medication, told him to take it until he was 18 and then stop, but he's still on it at this point. (Can you believe that???)
The medication does seem to control seizures -- he's had about one/year since then, but the medication has horrible side effects leaving him dull-witted and very lethargic.
Obviously he needs to be seen by a doctor here in the states and have his condition/medication monitored. His family has very little money but I am willing to help him get the care he needs. HOWEVER, I am not made of money either and before I commit would like to get some kind of idea of what the initial few months of evaluation will entail.
Any ideas on how to shop for a doctor who might reduce fees for cash payment? (I live in Houston, Tx)
Does he HAVE to see a specialist or can our family doctor treat him?
Anyone have any insight to share with me?
Thank you in advance.
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