How to deal with everyone’s advice when you have an autoimmune disease

Living with an autoimmune disease comes with plenty of advice from others—some helpful, some not. In this episode, we break down how to handle well-meaning but overwhelming opinions about your health. Learn how to set boundaries, filter advice, and have more productive conversations with your rheumatology team. 💻 https://connectedrheumatology.com/ Visit the Connected Rheumatology website and get your Appointment Home Run Handbook, the guide you need to tell your doc your story -and get answers once and for all! 🎥 watch more: How to tell the BS from trustworthy autoimmune sources -    • How to tell the BS from trustworthy autoim...   How to break up with your rheumatologist - Top 4 Tips -    • How to break up with your Rheumatologist -...   How to tell if your pain is from Fibro - and how to talk to you doctor about it -    • How to tell if your pain is from Fibro - a...   💡Video Key Takeaways ✔️ After an autoimmune diagnosis, it's essential to take time to understand your own priorities. Being clear about what you want will help you filter out well-intentioned but unsolicited advice. ✔️ To better understand recommendations, always ask “why” during appointments, seek time to consider new treatments, and bring your own questions to appointments. ✔️ Beyond medical appointments, look for emotional and mental health support through trusted friends, support groups, or specialists to help navigate the complexities of living with an autoimmune condition. ✔️ Politely but firmly communicate your confidence in your treatment plan when friends or family offer advice. Acknowledge their concern but affirm your decision-making. ✔️ If someone close to you doubts your diagnosis, consider bringing them to a doctor’s appointment or sharing educational resources, like videos, to help them understand. ⏱️Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro 1:09 Everyone’s got an opinion 3:24 Getting help from your doctor 7:50 Shutting down the advice **Please note - we do not provide medical advice, opinions or diagnosis via email, phone or social media messaging. 👩🏻‍⚕️ About me: Hello! I am Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz and I’m so happy you are here. I am a double board certified Rheumatologist with over 18 years experience practicing Rheumatology and am passionate about teaching & empowering patients to partner with their doctor. * The information in this video is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained in this video is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your own doctor/health professional. Any comments and/or recommendations made in the comment section by anyone other than Connected Rheumatology does not reflect the opinion or recommendation of Connected Rheumatology.*